Tag: calvinism
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What is Arminianism?
Arminianism is a theological framework that developed as a response to Calvinism. It is based on the teachings of Jacobus Arminius (1560–1609), a Dutch theologian who opposed John Calvin’s doctrine of predestination. Arminianism emphasizes human free will, God’s universal grace, and conditional election, rather than the deterministic framework of Calvinism. Arminianism became widely influential in…
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Why Calvinism Is Not in Accordance with Scripture: A Biblical Examination
Calvinism, a theological system developed from the teachings of John Calvin, has deeply influenced many Christian traditions. Its core beliefs, summarized in the acronym TULIP, focus on God’s sovereignty, predestination, and the nature of salvation. While Calvinists assert that their doctrine aligns with Scripture, a closer examination reveals significant inconsistencies between Calvinist theology and the…