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[3]I was sorting through some articles on open theism written back in the day and found the article below and fell out of my chair laughing. Thought you'd all enjoy it!
I mean, it's just too funny! Mayhue is a prof and dean in CA at Master's U (Jack Hayford's school). Dang.
Tom
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TMSJ (The Master's Journal) 12/2 (Fall 2001) 203-220
THE IMPOSSIBILITY OF GOD OF THE POSSIBLE
Richard L. Mayhue
Senior Vice President and Dean
Professor of Pastoral Ministries and Theology
Abstract:
Gregory A. Boyd has written God of the Possible to promote “Open” or “Free-will” Theism at the grassroots level of Christendom. This volume proposes to show how classical theism is inferior and Open Theism is superior. In this reviewer’s opinion, Dr. Boyd has failed to prove his point and accomplish his purpose for at least eight reasons. First, the history of orthodox Christian doctrine declares against, not for, Boyd’s position. Second, God of the Possible depends upon philosophy, not theology, to prove its point. Third, this volume deifies man and humanizes God. Fourth, Boyd discards the unknown, mysterious dimensions of God in his discussions. Fifth, the book is built with an aberrant methodology. Sixth, God of the Possible dismisses the literary device of anthropopathism. Seventh, Boyd’s position diminishes the Almighty’s deity. Eighth, the author downplays determinative biblical texts. For these points, God of the Possible and Open Theism are judged to be heretical. Thus, the church needs to be warned to reject these ideas, not to entertain or embrace them.
And check out the opening words of the article:
“Professing to be wise, they became fools, and exchanged the glory of the incorruptible God for an image in the form of corruptible man . . .” (Rom 1:22-23).
Whooooah, Greg. Better watch your steps.[/3]
T
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