Let’s begin by identifying two different senses of “glory”. Objective glory: the degree of greatness that an individual exemplifies. Subjective glory: the perception others have of the degree of greatness that an individual exemplifies coupled with an appropriate response to that objective greatness. Our concern here is with Calvinism and its explanation for God’s subjective glory […]
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Misery loves company, especially more miserable company
For the last 8 years I’ve lived in Edmonton, Alberta on the Canadian prairies. There is a lot to be said for the region, particularly since it is a three hour drive to the Canadian Rockies. There is also a lot of sun, which is much appreciated after many years living in rainy Vancouver. But man, does it […]

