“Augustine taught that the only way anyone ever perseveres to the end after beginning the Christian life is by virtue of the grace of God. Since that…… Read more “The Repercussion of Divine Responsibility: Perseverance of the Saints and Professions of Faith”
Tag: Arminianism
Pastor DM reveals why Calvinism and Arminianism are such a big deal in New Introduction
Are you looking for an introduction on Calvinism and Arminianism? Few Christians seem to care about the debate these days, particularly because few have ever heard…… Read more “Pastor DM reveals why Calvinism and Arminianism are such a big deal in New Introduction”
“God acknowledged them”: Acts 15:7-11 and Calvin’s Egregious Error
When we come to election, mercy alone everywhere appears; and, accordingly, in this the saying of Paul is truly realized, ‘So then, it is not of him…… Read more ““God acknowledged them”: Acts 15:7-11 and Calvin’s Egregious Error”
Affliction and Apostasy, 1 Thessalonians 3:1-5 (Falling Away Series)
1 Thessalonians 3:1-5, NKJV Therefore, when we could no longer endure it, we thought it good to be left in Athens alone, 2 and sent Timothy, our brother…… Read more “Affliction and Apostasy, 1 Thessalonians 3:1-5 (Falling Away Series)”
God Will Make Good On His Promises, 2 Peter 3:1-18 (Falling Away Series)
Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-18, NKJV Beloved, I now write to you this second epistle (in both of which I stir up your pure minds by way of reminder), 2 that you…… Read more “God Will Make Good On His Promises, 2 Peter 3:1-18 (Falling Away Series)”
Building Upon Your Faith: A Lifetime Exercise, 2 Peter 1:1-11 (Falling Away Series)
2 Peter 1:1-11, NKJV Simon Peter, a bondservant and apostle of Jesus Christ, To those who have obtained like precious faith with us by the righteousness of our God…… Read more “Building Upon Your Faith: A Lifetime Exercise, 2 Peter 1:1-11 (Falling Away Series)”
I’m Not There Yet, Philippians 3:1-16 (Falling Away Series)
Philippians 3:1-16, NKJV Finally, my brethren, rejoice in the Lord. For me to write the same things to you is not tedious, but for you it is safe. 2 Beware…… Read more “I’m Not There Yet, Philippians 3:1-16 (Falling Away Series)”
Two passages that put Calvinism into flight
Calvinism is a logical theological system; on this, 5-point Calvinists and I agree. If you subscribe to one point of Calvinism, say, the unconditional eternal security of…… Read more “Two passages that put Calvinism into flight”
Calvinism’s Conundrum and the Saul problem: wrestling with the apostate king
Though I constantly preach and speak against Calvinism, I do so because of Scripture. The more I read the Word of God and study it, the more…… Read more “Calvinism’s Conundrum and the Saul problem: wrestling with the apostate king”
John Calvin and James Arminius on the Nature of Election
Calvinism teaches that the elect are chosen by God apart from works; while the language says “works,” it includes “faith,” which happens to be the one “work”…… Read more “John Calvin and James Arminius on the Nature of Election”
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