Where Authority Rests

by Peter J. Leithart

Speech act theory opens up fresh ways of thinking about Scripture. But are they helpful ways? Continue Reading »

11 Jun 2014 0

Abstract Science

by Peter J. Leithart

The common notion that “abstraction” means a movement from particularity to generality is a prejudice. Continue Reading »

11 Jun 2014 0

Typical Paul

by Peter J. Leithart

Paul is an example, but of what? Continue Reading »

10 Jun 2014 0

Nonviolent God?

by Peter J. Leithart

Does a non-violent ethic require belief in a non-violent God? Continue Reading »

10 Jun 2014 0

Catholic and Reformed

by Peter J. Leithart

J. Todd Billings on a tradition Catholic and Reformed. Continue Reading »

10 Jun 2014 0

Sporting Theologically

by Peter J. Leithart

We are still living with the Victorian settlement of religion and sports. Continue Reading »

10 Jun 2014 0

What Happens In Holy Communion?

by Peter J. Leithart

What goes on when we eat and drink in the Father’s presence? Continue Reading »

10 Jun 2014 0

Son and Bride

by Peter J. Leithart

Sacrifice involves the transformation and ascent both of a “son” and a “bride.” Continue Reading »

9 Jun 2014 0

Pious Imprecations

by Peter J. Leithart

Even CS Lewis thought the imprecatory Psalms barbaric. But they were unique to Israel’s hymnody, and for good reason. Continue Reading »

9 Jun 2014 0

The Progress of Wisdom

by Peter J. Leithart

As Origen say, three wisdom books - Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, the Song of Songs - form a ladder of divine wisdom. Continue Reading »

9 Jun 2014 0