Guy Waters' new book on the Federal Vision has come in for some heavy criticism by those he seeks to critique, over his mis-representation of their position. Sadly they have a point. In failing to agree to meet with those whose doctrine he considers in the book, especially when several of them had offered to meet with him in advance of publication to confirm he had represented them faithfully, Waters surely shot himself firmly in both feet.
As someone who is by no means convinced by Federal Vision theology and yet wants an informed critique it has been frustrating to read this book. Indeed, it's difficult to see how this book will progress the debate in any constructive manner and one fears that it will only see proponents on either side of the debate further entrench themselves behind party lines.
Of more concern, the current level of interaction and debate around this issue shows little willingness to seek to understand nuances within their opponent's position or to demonstrate brotherly love that believes, hopes and endures all things and forgives seventy times seven.
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But now the righteousness of God has been manifested apart from the law, although the Law and the Prophets bear witness to it- the righteousness of God through faith in Jesus Christ for all who believe.
