Sermon

The Marrow Controversy (Part 1)

December 6, 2008 | Joel R. Beeke

Joel R. Beeke examines the theological dispute known as the Marrow Controversy, which took place in early 18th-century Scotland. The controversy centered around issues of legalism and antinomianism, particularly the nature of God’s grace and the offer of the gospel. Beeke discusses the historical context, key figures, and theological implications of the controversy, emphasizing its relevance for understanding the balance between law and grace in Christian doctrine.

Joel R. Beeke serves as president and professor of systematic theology and homiletics at Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary, and pastor of the Heritage Reformed Congregation of Grand Rapids, Michigan. He is the author or co-author of more than 100 books, editor of another 100 volumes, and has just finished writing the final volume, with Paul Smalley, of Reformed Systematic Theology (4 vols.; Crossway).