Academic Papers
THE EVIDENTIAL PROBLEM OF EVIL, GREATER GOOD THEODICY, AND A STATIC CONCEPTION OF TIME
In this paper, I argue that GGT fails to solve the EPOE on a static conception of time. I will demonstrate this by briefly explaining the arguments for and against both conceptions of time. Then I will offer five critiquing arguments against a static conception of time from its implication that evil “still exists.”
Critique of Wayne Grudem’s Explanation of Divine Eternity in His Systematic Theology
In this paper, I offer seven critiques of Grudem's explanation of divine eternity. In this section of his well-known Systematic Theology, he attempts to affirm both God's temporality and atemporality. I argue why this is contradictory and should be avoided.
Presuppositionalism in a Broader Apologetic Framework
In this paper, I argue that presuppositionalism is internally incoherent but may yet be effectively utilized within a broader apologetic framework. I will demonstrate this first by explicating its logical circularity, and then by showing how its insights can be incorporated into relevant contexts.
THE FAILURE OF PRESUPPOSITIONALISM AS A HOLISTIC APOLOGETIC METHODOLOGY
This paper argues that it fails as a coherent and comprehensive apologetic methodology due to its inconsistent epistemological claims, theological shortcomings, logical circularity, limited engagement with Christian evidences, and practical ineffectiveness.
A Nuanced Perspective of Packer's Evangelism and the Sovereignty of God
In this brief review of J.I. Packer's book, Evangelism and the Sovereignty of God, I summarize his view of the relationship between these two concepts and critique his view accordingly. Then I offer my own position on why the seemingly irreconciliable contradiction isn't true. Lastly, I offer concluding thoughts on how this review can be practically applied to ministry.
REVISITING THE INSUFFICIENCY OF GENERAL REVELATION
In this paper, I argue that general revelation does not provide sufficient knowledge for a person to be saved today because (1) Scripture overwhelmingly points to this view, (2) thematic continuity between Israel and the Church makes more sense on this view, and (3) a saving relationship requires the illumination of the gospel
CRITIQUING THE ARGUMENT FOR GOD'S PASSIBILITY FROM THE NECESSITY OF “SUFFERING LOVE”
Advocates of divine passibility such as Jürgen Moltmann and Nicholas Wolterstorff (from whom the title of this paper is derived) have argued that God must be vulnerable to suffering if He is to have real affectionate love for humans. My objective is to explicate my thoughts on why this particular argument for divine passibility is unpersuasive.
DEFENDING THEMATIC CONTINUITY BETWEEN LEVITICAL SIN OFFERING AND CHRIST'S ATONING DEATH
In this essay, I will defend the thematic continuity between Christ’s atoning sacrifice and the Levitical sin offering. Relevant themes that will be evaluated include “pouring out,” atonement, forgiveness of sin, “many,” blood sacrifice, substitution, and retribution.