II Timothy and the Significance of the Doctrines of Grace
Rev. Angus Stewart defends the doctrines of grace against theological opponents and spiritual apathy, grounding his argument in Scripture, church history (from Augustine through the Reformation), and the Reformed confessions, particularly the Canons of Dort. He demonstrates how Paul's second epistle to Timothy exemplifies and teaches God's sovereign grace, using the apostle's imprisonment and forthcoming martyrdom as a model of trust in God's sovereignty and provision. This resource is valuable for those seeking to understand why the doctrines of grace are essential to Reformed theology and faithful preaching.
Rev. Angus Stewart The enemies of the doctrines of grace are Pelagianism, Semi-Pelagianism, Synergism, Arminianism, Amyraldianism, etc. But there is another enemy … apathy. There are those who may grant that these doctrines are true but they have no heart for them. The doctrines of grace are not essential, they say, and their importance in preaching and catechizing is questioned. Can we not just preach the “simple” gospel? The Westminster Confession and Catechisms are, of course, of a...