Truth Unites Cessationist: A Critical Evaluation of This Film
Dec 26, 2023
Gavin Ortlund, senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai, critically responds to the documentary film Cessationist, debunking five cessationist arguments and highlighting the role of miracles in confirming the Gospel. They explore instances of prophesying in the Bible and its association with music, discuss the meaning of 'apostolos' as a spiritual gift, and address the belief in spiritual gifts in the new covenant era. The chapter also challenges the connection between Protestantism and cessationism.
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Miracles Throughout History
- Cessationism wrongly claims miracles clustered around Moses, Elijah/Elisha, and Jesus/Apostles.
- Biblical accounts show miracles throughout history, refuting this "clusters" argument.
Arguments from Silence
- Arguments from silence about miracles are flawed, as the Bible doesn't record every event.
- Jeremiah 32:20 and John 20:30 show continuous miracles, not limited clusters.
Multi-Purpose Miracles
- Miracles serve multiple purposes beyond confirming messengers, including glorifying God and showing compassion.
- Removing one purpose doesn't necessitate cessation, especially with ongoing purposes like edification.