I am not a Reformed theologian by any stretch. My theology is far more Wesleyan, leaning towards Arminian. What that means is that I affirm humanity’s free will, the idea that God’s salvation is open to all, and that sanctification (not just justification) is a part of the salvation process. As a result, I have some significant misgivings regarding the Reformed doctrines of Total Depravity, Unconditional Election, and Irresistable Grace. With a blog titled ‘Informing the Reforming‘, you can be assured that Tim Challies is a Reformed theologian. Yet, despite our theological differences on these issues, I have found his blog to a source of exceptionally clear theological insight on a myriad of Biblical passages and various theological perspectives. Most recently, he has undertaken a series on ‘Visual Theology’ whereby he conveys fundamental concepts in through a graphical medium. Today, as we spotlight his blog, I felt it fitting to share one of these infographics with you. The following image conveys the symbolism of the tabernacle, and what that tells us today about the character of God. Enjoy.
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Chris Jordan April 5, 2012 at 8:48 am
Thanks for sharing… I think we have a very visually oriented culture, and although I believe firmly in the preaching of the Word of God (that we cannot compromise), I think it is sometimes helpful to use visual aids to help people to understand and remember the truths we share. Blessings!
chiefofleast April 5, 2012 at 9:44 am
I always enjoy this Challies visual series. I shared the Trinity infographic with a few folks and they appreciated it.
I lean pretty hard reformed but I currently attend a Methodist church and I am married to a charismatic girl. What does that make me (other than confused)? : )
T. E. Hanna April 5, 2012 at 12:01 pm
I prefer the term “ecumenical”.
To be honest, tho, I was baptized as an infant in a methodist church, but grew up and was saved in a Lutheran church, was part of Rhema (extreme charismatic) church throughout high school and much of college, graduated from a southern baptist university for my undergrad, first served in a Christian evangelical assemblies church, then a baptist church, then methodist… It was serving as a methodist youth pastor where I felt called to ordination in the methodist church, but boy do I have a convoluted journey leading to it. Personally, I just think churches need to grow up and start working together, in general. 
chiefofleast April 5, 2012 at 2:36 pm
Ha, welp got me beat on the blender background. I appreciate the diversity in tradition and unity in essentials from most denominational streams. Whitefield and Wesley always had a compelling relationship to me, Christian brothers can debate (even openly) deep theological matters and still be brothers afterwards.
stewkebar April 5, 2012 at 10:51 am
Very nice T.E., and be sure to keep the initials T.E. They go far with writers and ministers, i.e. A. W. Tozer…lol. I also understand chiefofleast’s confusion, I often refer to my belief as a Pentecatobabtimentalisteran. That helps cut down the confusion. Love your posts, keep up the good work! Blessings!