reformers
With his home church in Geneva, this reformer is known for his church planting efforts and his views on the doctrines of grace.
the perseverance of the saints
this council was called together to condemn a heretic from Alexandria, they also have a famous creed
the council of nicaea
"The supremacy of God in x" is a famous book series published by this pastor, also known for his "Big God theology" he calls Bethlehem Baptist church his home
John piper
' “Beware of practicing your righteousness before other people in order to be seen by them, for then you will have no reward from your Father who is in heaven.'
Matthew 6:1
"peace if possible, truth at all costs", this German reformer shares his name with a federal holiday!
Martin luther
This doctrine teaches that sinners are declared righteous before God solely because Christ’s righteousness is credited to them.
Justification by Faith Alone
(or: Imputed Righteousness)
This council was the Roman Catholic Church’s response to the Reformation.
the council of trent
R. C. Sproul
' If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. '
Colossians 3:1-2
this reformer founded the presbyterian church of Scotland, and wrote "the book of common order"
john knox
This doctrine teaches that regeneration precedes faith
Effectual Calling or Regeneration Precedes Faith
This theological controversy in the early 1600s led to the Synod of Dort.
Arminian Controversy
The pastor of CHBC, this pastor started the "9 marks" books series
Mark dever
'And the angels who did not stay within their own position of authority, but left their proper dwelling, he has kept in eternal chains under gloomy darkness until the judgment of the great day— just as Sodom and Gomorrah and the surrounding cities, which likewise indulged in sexual immorality and pursued unnatural desire, serve as an example by undergoing a punishment of eternal fire. '
Jude 1:6-7
sometimes referred to as "the morning star of the reformation" his views on salvation got him kicked out of oxford in the 14th century
John Wycliffe
This teaching distinguishes between God’s commands and God’s promises in Scripture.
What is the Law/Gospel Distinction
This Roman emperor issued the Edict of Milan, granting legal tolerance to Christianity.
Constantine
figure-head of "Clearly reformed" this pastor strives to make reformed theology simple and easy to understand
Kevin deyoung
'And four great beasts came up out of the sea, different from one another. The first was like a lion and had eagles’ wings. Then as I looked its wings were plucked off, and it was lifted up from the ground and made to stand on two feet like a man, and the mind of a man was given to it. '
Daniel 7:3-4
"I will cause a boy who drives a plow to know more of the scriptures than the pope." is a quote from this reformer
William Tyndale
This doctrine teaches that Adam’s sin is legally counted to all humanity because he acted as their representative.
Federal Headship
This 5th-century council defined Christ as one person with two natures.
Council of Chalcedon
Growing up in southern California, this pastor started ministry at 20 years old, working in the inner city.
Tony valenti (idk how to spell his name :( )
'“Yet even now,” declares the Lord , “return to me with all your heart, with fasting, with weeping, and with mourning; and rend your hearts and not your garments.” Return to the Lord your God, for he is gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love; and he relents over disaster. '
Joel 2:12-13