Evangelicalism is often described as not being an intellectual movement. Where does the EFCA fit into that claim? Over the past 9 years I have had several discussions with a number of people who explained to me why the EFCA is an intellectual denomination. And why they choose to be a part of it. However, … Continue reading Is the EFCA Denomination Really as Intellectual as Described?
EFCA Theology
The EFCA Responds to the Culture Wars – Denials and Affirmations
At EFCA One a new policy was rolled out that outlines how the EFCA is responding to the divisive culture wars. As this is rolled out across the denomination this blog wanted to upload it here, especially as this blog explores and discusses the EFCA. In a few days there will be a post about … Continue reading The EFCA Responds to the Culture Wars – Denials and Affirmations
John Biegel on Deliberate Discipleship as a Means to Respond to a Frantic World. This Blog Would Ask How Would You Disciple in the Church When Evangelical Leaders and Teachers are Mired in Corruption?
John Biegel who leads the EFCA's Cornerstone Church in Annandale, Virginia took on the issue of deliberate discipleship in a way to respond to a frantic world. He discussed his views with EFCA President Kevin Kompelien. But, even if well intentioned, this blog has a question. How would you disciple if the leaders and teachers … Continue reading John Biegel on Deliberate Discipleship as a Means to Respond to a Frantic World. This Blog Would Ask How Would You Disciple in the Church When Evangelical Leaders and Teachers are Mired in Corruption?
A Look at the 2023 EFCA Theology Conference
The EFCA held their annual theology conference last week at Trinity International University. The event started on February 8 and ended the 10th. The pre-conference dealt with the issue of transgenderism from an evangelical perspective. The conference it appears was led by Greg Strand. And the main part of the conference was called, "Doctrine of … Continue reading A Look at the 2023 EFCA Theology Conference
Considering Faith and COVID-19 Between Evangelical Michael Gerson and the EFCA’s Greg Strand. When Tested One Stood Strong; Whereas Another Foundered and Flopped to a Once in a Century Pandemic
This post looks at and compares the evangelical faith of Michael Gerson and the EFCA's Greg Strand on the issue of COVID-19. Michael Gerson wrote and argued for evangelicals to get vaccinated and take the pandemic seriously. He did this while dealing with cancer. In contrast Greg Strand started the pandemic strong in addressing the … Continue reading Considering Faith and COVID-19 Between Evangelical Michael Gerson and the EFCA’s Greg Strand. When Tested One Stood Strong; Whereas Another Foundered and Flopped to a Once in a Century Pandemic
The EFCA’s Greg Strand Writes About the Issue of Christian Unity at The Gospel Coalition
Over at The Gospel Coalition the EFCA's Greg Strand writes about the issue of church unity in divisive times. He addresses it in the context of individuals engaging in subtraction, addition and emphasis. He closes out his post with calling people to not have discussions over social media but instead face to face. This strawman's … Continue reading The EFCA’s Greg Strand Writes About the Issue of Christian Unity at The Gospel Coalition