John 10:35

[Tulipbee]

If you believe what you wrote then why follow the teachings of a man, John Calvin?


Those who follow Christ, follow the doctrine of Christ.


Whoever transgresses and does not abide in the doctrine of Christ does not have God. He who abides in the doctrine of Christ has both the Father and the Son. 2 John 9


Those who follow man, follow the teachings of Calvinism.


Here is what Jesus taught —


For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.
John 3:16


Do you believe God loves the people of this world?




JLB

So they won't blame me for saying it here.

 

[JLB]

So they won't blame me for saying it here.

Could you answer my question?


Here is what Jesus taught —


For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.
John 3:16


Do you believe God loves the people of this world?

 

[Tulipbee]

If you believe what you wrote then why follow the teachings of a man, John Calvin?


Those who follow Christ, follow the doctrine of Christ.


Whoever transgresses and does not abide in the doctrine of Christ does not have God. He who abides in the doctrine of Christ has both the Father and the Son. 2 John 9


Those who follow man, follow the teachings of Calvinism.


Here is what Jesus taught —


For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.
John 3:16


Do you believe God loves the people of this world?




JLB

Addressing JLB's Comments on Calvinism

1. Following Christ and Following Calvinism:

Following Christ and following Calvinism are not mutually exclusive. Calvinism, as a theological system, seeks to expound on the teachings of Christ and the apostles, emphasizing the sovereignty of God, the depravity of humanity, the necessity of grace, and the assurance of salvation for those who believe.

2. Following the Doctrine of Christ:

The doctrine of Christ, as revealed in Scripture, is central to Calvinism. Calvinists believe that the teachings of Christ, as recorded in the Bible, provide the authoritative guide for Christian faith and practice.

3. Transgressing the Doctrine of Christ:

Transgressing the doctrine of Christ involves rejecting or distorting the teachings of Christ as presented in Scripture. This can include denying the deity of Christ, His substitutionary atonement, or the necessity of faith for salvation.

4. Abiding in the Doctrine of Christ:

Abiding in the doctrine of Christ involves embracing and adhering to the teachings of Christ as revealed in Scripture. This includes acknowledging His deity, His sacrificial death, and the need for faith in Him for salvation.

5. God's Love for the World:

Calvinists affirm that God loves the world, as evidenced by His sending His Son, Jesus Christ, to die for the sins of humanity (John 3:16). This love extends to all people, regardless of their background or circumstances.

6. Cessationism:

Calvin's view on cessationism is not explicitly addressed in his Institutes of the Christian Religion. However, some Calvinists hold to cessationism, which is the belief that the miraculous gifts of the Holy Spirit, such as prophecy, healing, and speaking in tongues, ceased after the apostolic age.

Addressing Arminian Errors, Prevent Grace, and John Wesley:

1. Arminian Errors:

Arminianism, named after the Dutch theologian Jacobus Arminius, emphasizes human free will, conditional election, and the possibility of losing salvation. Calvinists critique Arminianism for undermining the sovereignty of God and the assurance of salvation for believers.

2. Prevent Grace:

Prevent grace is a concept in Arminian theology that refers to God's grace that enables people to respond positively to the gospel. Calvinists argue that prevent grace is unnecessary and that God's grace is sufficient to save those whom He has chosen.

3. John Wesley:

John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, emphasized the importance of personal experience and emotional conversion. Calvinists critique Wesleyanism for its focus on subjective experiences rather than the objective truth of Scripture.

Addressing Oneness and Word of Faith Errors:

1. Oneness Errors:

Oneness Pentecostalism, also known as Jesus Only, denies the Trinity and teaches that Jesus Christ is the only God. Calvinists affirm the doctrine of the Trinity, which teaches that God exists in three distinct persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.

2. Word of Faith Errors:

The Word of Faith movement emphasizes positive confession and the belief that Christians can speak things into existence. Calvinists critique the Word of Faith movement for its emphasis on material prosperity and its distortion of Scripture.

In summary, Calvinism seeks to uphold the authority of Scripture, the sovereignty of God, and the centrality of Christ's work of redemption. It stands in contrast to Arminianism, which emphasizes human free will and conditional election, and to Oneness and Word of Faith teachings, which deviate from orthodox Christian doctrine.

 

[Tulipbee]

Could you answer my question?


Here is what Jesus taught —


For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.
John 3:16


Do you believe God loves the people of this world?

According to Calvin's Institutes of Religion, God's love is not indiscriminate but rather selective and particular. He loves His elect, those whom He has chosen for salvation before the foundation of the world (Ephesians 1:4-5). This love is unconditional and everlasting, based solely on God's sovereign grace and not on any merit or worthiness in the elect themselves (Romans 9:11-16).

Calvin writes, "We maintain that God, by an eternal and unchangeable decree, has predestined some to salvation, and others to destruction; and that he does this according to his own good pleasure, without any regard to human merit" (Institutes, Book III, Chapter 21, Section 5).

This doctrine of election is often misunderstood and misrepresented. It does not mean that God arbitrarily chooses some to be saved and condemns others to hell. Rather, it means that God, in His infinite wisdom and sovereignty, has chosen to save those whom He loves (John 3:16).

The Bible teaches that God's love is not limited to the elect but extends to all people. He desires the salvation of all (1 Timothy 2:4) and has provided a way of salvation through the death and resurrection of His Son, Jesus Christ (Romans 5:8). However, not all people will choose to accept this salvation. Some will reject it, and as a result, they will face the consequences of their sin (Romans 6:23).

Calvinism teaches that God's love is not based on human merit but on His sovereign grace. This is a comforting doctrine because it assures us that our salvation is not dependent on our own efforts but on the faithfulness of God.

 

[JLB]

The doctrine of Christ, as revealed in Scripture, is central to Calvinism.

Why does a person need to follow the teachings of Calvinism when we have the scriptures?

 

[JLB]

According to Calvin's Institutes of Religion, God's love is not indiscriminate but rather selective and particular. He loves His elect, those whom He has chosen for salvation before the foundation of the world (Ephesians 1:4-5). This love is unconditional and everlasting, based solely on God's sovereign grace and not on any merit or worthiness in the elect themselves (Romans 9:11-16).

Calvin writes, "We maintain that God, by an eternal and unchangeable decree, has predestined some to salvation, and others to destruction; and that he does this according to his own good pleasure, without any regard to human merit" (Institutes, Book III, Chapter 21, Section 5).

This doctrine of election is often misunderstood and misrepresented. It does not mean that God arbitrarily chooses some to be saved and condemns others to hell. Rather, it means that God, in His infinite wisdom and sovereignty, has chosen to save those whom He loves (John 3:16).

The Bible teaches that God's love is not limited to the elect but extends to all people. He desires the salvation of all (1 Timothy 2:4) and has provided a way of salvation through the death and resurrection of His Son, Jesus Christ (Romans 5:8). However, not all people will choose to accept this salvation. Some will reject it, and as a result, they will face the consequences of their sin (Romans 6:23).

Calvinism teaches that God's love is not based on human merit but on His sovereign grace. This is a comforting doctrine because it assures us that our salvation is not dependent on our own efforts but on the faithfulness of God.

Here is what Jesus taught —


For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.
John 3:16


Do you believe God loves the people of this world?


Can you answer the question?