This article dives into big theological ideas, especially critiquing what’s known as ‘theonomy’ and other related doctrines like infant baptism (paedobaptism). It argues that if our Christian beliefs need lots of tricky explanations or excuses to fit with what the Bible clearly says, then we might be on the wrong track. Essentially, it’s about thinking like the New Testament writers did – straightforward, clear, and unashamed – rather than trying to squeeze in extra doctrines where there aren’t any gaps. It suggests that many modern interpretations might actually replace, rather than complement, the original apostolic thought.