Humanism
The Omnipotence of the Utopian Godhead
In the previous article I discussed how a necessary tenet of the doctrine of God – or any God-substitute – is unity. God cannot be divided against Himself, and anything trying to take the place of God must counterfeit this unity. A second necessary aspect to any doctrine of God is omnipotence. Clearly, if God…
The Power Motive of Humanistic Culture
On this week's podcast we return to Joe Boot's book, Gospel Culture: Living in God's Kingdom. This chapter details some of the ways that godless man seeks to dominate his environment and his neighbour, and closes with the assurance that the God of peace will soon crush Satan under our feet.
The Democratic Delusion
The deep-seated crookedness of the human heart due to sin means that the problem of wisdom, truth and justice for the social order cannot be solved by man's efforts to forcibly rearrange society.
Engaging Utopia
How does the Christian understand and engage with a growing utopian movement?
What is Utopia?
The idea of utopia has gained popularity in some parts of the church, but utopianism is incompatible with true Christianity.
Can’t We all Just Get Along?
There is a humanistic movement towards a superficial religious unity, which amounts to little more than the abolishment of distinctions as part of a greater effort towards man-centered sociopolitical unity.
Culture and the Cainitic Mind
Ever since the first murder of Abel by his brother Cain, sinful man has sought sinful, autonomous ways to atone for his own guilt, while at the same time raging against God by assaulting his fellow man, God's image-bearer.
A Tale of Two Cities
Cain resists God's judgment of banishment from the covenant people and he creates a rival city of man in rebellion against God's rule and worship.
A Tale of Two Cities
Cain resists God's judgment of banishment from the covenant people and he creates a rival city of man in rebellion against God's rule and worship.
Westboro Baptist, Quebec’s Secular Charter, and Mandatory Vaccinations
EICC fellow Dr. Scott Masson and Justin Trottier, spokesperson for the Canadian Secular Alliance, discuss the death of the founder of Westboro Baptist Church, and debate the merits of the Secular Charter in Quebec and whether parents should have the choice to vaccinate their children or if the government should mandate the requirements for the good of public health.
Internet Pornography Filtering
EICC fellow Dr. Scott Masson debates Justin Trottier of the Canadian Secular Alliance on the recent proposed internet pornography filters in the UK. Features interaction with guest caller, porn icon Ron Jeremy. This live debate aired Tuesday July 23 2013, at 9:00 AM.
Defense of Marriage Act and Polygamy
EICC Founder Rev. Joe Boot returns to the John Oakley Show on AM640 to discuss the Supreme Court's recent overturning of the Defense of Marriage Act. Joe debates Gretta Vosper of the Centre for Progressive Christianity on the implications of this decision. This live debate aired on Tuesday, July 2 2013.