The original problem that led to the board's decision was not his typology but some statements he made in class, some taken out of context.
So Stephen, are you saying that R.C. Sproul, Rick Phillips, Greg Miseyko, Rick Penney & Cortez Cooper misinterpreted or didn't get what they were examining correct? They didn't understand that the student's reports were taken out of context? Are you saying these men acted rashly and irresponsible in their decisions as Elders and board members? Is this what you are saying about these Elders? I just want to make sure you know that that is what I hear you saying. And that seems to be very serious. You are making some serious accuastions against these men of God. And I want you to realize this. Are you willing to stand up under the scrutiny of this?
(1Ti 5:19) Against an elder receive not an accusation, but before two or three witnesses.
I know you are an Elder and close to the situation but it seems you are levelling some charges here.
Brother, I think you misunderstood what I said. I never said that these board members misrepresented anything and I never brought any accusations against them. I was making the point that initially a student brought a complaint to the dean of faculty regarding some things that Dr. Gage said in class. Those involved went back and listened to recordings of Dr. Gage's lectures and some quotes were taken from the lectures. He did apologize for some things he mistated in class and I said that many seminary professors mistate things at times (it was a general statement that was not directed at any individual). I raised the concern that you have to be careful in taking a quote that someone says out of context. We do have to give people the benefit of the doubt. Myself and others feel that the suspending of Dr. Gage was rather sudden and quite a surprise considering that Dr. Gage has taught this same material since he came to the seminary in early 2000. I did not call into question anyone's motive. As a former student, I have great affection for those on both sides of the issue. I hope this clears up any misunderstanding.