calvinism debate

  1. C

    Doctrine of Election Livestream TODAY 5 PM EST - feedback wanted!

    Bring questions and objections to the doctrine of election in Calvinism. Livestream starts at 5 pm EST. Rick is my friend and I'm very interested in people, especially Arminians (i'm neutral and do not hold a strong opinion of soteriology), to show up with questions/comments/objections to the...
  2. Kilk1

    Does Romans 11:16-22 challenge Calvinism?

    Hello! I'm studying the Calvinism debate and looking at passages on both sides. The current passage I'm looking at is one that currently seems to go against Calvinism: Romans 11:16-22. I could be wrong; if so, could you answer the following questions of mine? 1. Are the branches individuals or...
  3. Sola1517

    Failure: Is it Even Possible with God?

    Does God's word ever fail? (Romans 9:6) What I believe this means: God's call to salvation happens every time the Gospel is preached, people can reject God's call on the condition that they do not yield to the Spirit. (Just like how physical Israel didn't) Still the word of God does not fail...
  4. M

    What are implications of unconditional election?

    This post asks questions about certain Calvinist doctrines. If God chooses those to be saved based solely on His will, the implication is that He chooses those He won't save (based solely on His will). Is that correct? The elect cannot lose their salvation. Is it also the case that the...
  5. mark kennedy

    In Defense of Calvinism

    Why, if I believed what some preach about the temporary, trumpery salvation which only lasts for a time, I would scarcely be at all grateful for it; but when I know that those whom God saves He saves with an everlasting salvation, when I know that He gives to them an everlasting righteousness...