What is Calvinism?
Calvinism, also known as Reformed theology, is a system of biblical interpretation that focuses on the supreme sovereignty of God, His majesty, His holiness, etc. It relates this to man's fallen, sinful nature. Because of the great chasm between God and man and because of man's sinfulness, God must predestine people into salvation...or none would be saved. Therefore, salvation is the work of God and we are the recipients of His gracious election.
To God be the glory.
Intro
Calvinism and...
- All men saved
- Covenant
- Defense of total depravity and its effects on human free will.
- Free will
- Infant Baptism
- Is it God's will that all people be saved?
- Predestination
- Romans 9 and predestination
- Response to Romans 9 and Predestination
- Verses showing God's sovereignty, salvific work, and man's nature
Other
- Absolutes
- This age and the age to come
- Experiential Calvinism and the Charismatic Gifts
- John Knox, 1514 - 1572
- Robert Fleming, 1630 - 1694
- George Wishart, 1513-1546
- List of Reformed Churches who believe in the Charismatic gifts
- KJV Online
- Did Jesus teach TULIP?
Answers to Objections
- God "elects" individuals based purely on randomness
- Calvinism denies human free will and makes God responsible for evil
- If it is God who grants repentance, why does he say he wants all people to repent?
- If God has decided who he will save, why should we preach?
- How do you know if you've been chosen of God?
- Doesn't John 3:16 mean that anyone can freely believe?