This Week in Word from the Bird

Posts for 20-25 Feb

Monday: Righteousness as Imputed or Imparted? (Free Sign-Ups)
In Medieval Catholic thought, justification was the process of becoming righteous, a process that happens synergistically when grace is infused into a person by partaking of the sacraments to empower them to do works of love and such works constitute the basis for having a righteous status. In contrast, in Protestant thought, it is emphasized that the reason why believers are justified is because the obedience and merit of Jesus Christ is imputed to the believer. So who is right?

Wednesday: The Story of My Books # 21 - Evangelical Theology 2nd Edition (Free Sign-Ups)
Evangelical Theology first edition was a big success. However, I had to admit in hindsight, that some sections were a bit weaker than others, there are a few things I wish I added, and a few things I wished I omitted. Certain aspects need to be updated and some parts refined. Voila, second edition!

Friday: The Roman Sex Economy (Paid Subscribers)
In ancient Rome, sex was everywhere, in brothels, taverns, inns, frescos, paintings, poetry, some people would even copulate in the streets.