Breakpoint is publishing a "Contend for the Faith" series by T.M. Moore which examines how four ancient heresies have gained a foothold in modern churches. The first is on Antinomianism and it's contemporary form is to claim that since we are under grace, we have no real obligation to disciplined and moral living. As Moore describes it, the modern form of antinomianism says, "be free of guilt and shame, and revel in the free grace of a God who demands nothing of us but to regard Him as our friend, and to be friendly to others as we have opportunity."
Jesus, my "best buddy", no guilt, no worries. Sound like any Christians you know? Any Christian teachers you've heard? I think this is essential work. There is nothing new under the sun. Most everything churches face today is a variation of something the church has seen before.
Moore is a Presbyterian. I have long tended to think of Presbyterians as somewhat cerebral and a bit obsessed with "irresistible grace". On the other hand my Nephew is a Presbyterian pastor and the folks in his church are sweet, generous people. Moore's treatment of this topic is welcome. Look forward to Parts 2,3 and 4.
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