Theology in Focus

Twentieth century

Selected published articles.

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Why Vatican II Still Matters

Vatican II reshaped Catholicism and launched the ecumenical movement. A Protestant historical analysis of the Council's strategic shift, internal divide, and lasting impact.

Church history
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How Higher Criticism Sparked Liberalism and Fundamentalism

Higher criticism of the late 1800s questioned the Bible's authorship and reliability, fueling liberal theology and provoking the fundamentalist response through Spurgeon's Downgrade...

Church history
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