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Drawing from Tao Te Ching 71, we discuss the ways in which dogmatism can lead to madness but recognizing truths, even the truth that we do not know things with certainty, can bring us to a place of sanity. We talk about a poet named Theodore Beza who traded in his love of classical poetry and creating new versions of it himself to concocting a contorted and arguably monstrous dogmatism known as hyper-Calvinism (and the weird dogma of supralapsarianism). If you are in need of letting go of unhealthy ideologies and allegiances, this may be just the episode for you.
To Everything a Season: Lutheran Reflections Through the Church Year
In this episode, we discuss the manner in which Christ's attributes are communicated. We will explain the Genus Idiomaticum, Genus Apotelesmaticum, and Genus Maiestaticum.
Does God decide or do men decide? Did Jesus die for all or only the elect? We decide to find out how strong our friendship is when we debate the important issue of Calvinism vs. Arminianism. Two different ways to examine Scripture, but they can't both be right. (Or can they?) Listen as we bring some passion to a friendly debate. Check out PreacherDad.com for more!Email us: Dads@PreacherDad.com
In this episode, Dr. E answers a question about universalism, free will, and predestination. Scripture says God desires all to come to repentance (2 Peter 3:9; 1 Timothy 2:4). But Jesus also says many take the wide path to destruction. So how do we reconcile those truths? Does God's will fail? Are we given the option to accept or reject salvation? If God is omnipotent, why doesn't He save everyone? Does He desire salvation for all but prioritize something else — like justice or glory? Dr. Easley explains the difference between God's sovereign will and the universal call to salvation. He walks through key passages like Ephesians 1, John 6, and Romans 9 and addresses the tension between divine sovereignty and human responsibility. Rather than forcing a philosophical solution, Dr. Easley encourages believers to hold both biblical truths faithfully. From our limited perspective, we see tension. From God's eternal perspective, His will is perfect. If you've wrestled with election, predestination, Calvinism, Arminianism, or the question “Why aren't all saved?” — this episode is for you. Chapters 00:00 – The Question: If God Wants All Saved, Why Aren't All Saved? 01:30 – What Does “Rectify” Mean? 02:00 – Election in Ephesians 1 03:00 – God Desires All to Repent (2 Peter 3; 1 Timothy 2) 04:00 – The Will of the Father (John 6:40) 05:00 – Sovereignty, Free Will, and Tension 06:00 – Romans 9 and the Character of God 08:00 – Why This Doctrine Applies to Believers Key Topics Discussed -Election and predestination in Scripture (Ephesians 1:4–5) -God's desire that all come to repentance (2 Peter 3:9; 1 Timothy 2:4) -Why most will not be saved (the wide vs. narrow path) -The difference between universal salvation and the universal call to salvation -God's sovereign will vs. human responsibility -The meaning of “antinomy” — holding two true tensions in Scripture -John 6:40 and the will of the Father -Romans 9 and careful interpretation of hard passages -Unlimited atonement vs. limited atonement -Why election applies to believers, not unbelievers -The character of God — not capricious, but holy, just, and merciful -Why some theological tensions cannot be fully resolved from a human perspective Find more episodes of Ask Dr. E here. If you've got a question for Dr. Easley, call or text us your question at 615-281-9694 or email at question@michaelincontext.com.
Ask the Pastors S8 E7: “Theological Triage pt.4: Abortion, Sabbath, Calvinism, Creeds, & more!” by West Hills Church
This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Douglas Groothuis about his article, “Election and Evangelism: Is Calvinism Anti‑Evangelism?“.This is also part of Doug's ongoing column, Cultural Critique. https://www.equip.org/articles/election-and-evangelism-is-calvinism-anti-evangelism/One way you can support our online articles and podcasts is by leaving us a tip. A tip is just a small amount, like $3, $5, or $10, which is the cost of a latte, lunch out, or coffee drink. To leave a tip, click here.Related podcasts and articles by this author:Episode 481: Resurrecting the Dead with AI? Digital Necromancy and the ChristianResurrecting the Dead with AI? Digital Necromancy and the ChristianBlaise Pascal: Three Misconceptions and the TruthEpisode 460: The Death of Credentials: How Social Media Influencers Dumbed Us Down & Made Everything WorseThe Death of Credentials: How Social Media Influencers Dumbed us Down and Made Everything Worse.Episode 436: Why Read Books?Why Read Books? Don't miss an episode; please subscribe to the Postmodern Realities podcast wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Please help spread the word about Postmodern Realities by giving us a rating and review when you subscribe to the podcast. The more ratings and reviews we have, the more new listeners can discover our content.
The Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 03-10-2026) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: info@carm.org, Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics Include: A Follow-Up About Deliverance Ministries/Bloodline Curses/ A Caller Shares A Deliverance Experience/ A Black Hebrew Israelite Tries Again/Matt Tries Pesuasion/ Different Views of Calvinism?/ Attending Church?/ March 10, 2026
15:00 - Intro16:30 - My friends have a different message concerning the gospel.28:45 - I feel like I cannot walk in Christ like I used to.43:45 - How do you believe on the Lord Jesus Christ? I struggle with scrupulosity. 55:30 - How do I grow as a Christian because I am struggling.01:07:30 - Can you explain James 2:19 - the devils believe?01:13:30 - What about a game I have been playing?01:16:45 - What are works in scripture?01:21:30 - How do we know our scriptural understanding is correct?01:25:00 - 2 Cor. 5:19 and Calvinism?01:31:00 - Is there a partial rapture for the faithful only?01:40:00 - What are "these things" in 1 John 5:1301:45:00 - Thoughts on a hardened heart?01:50:00 - OutroCALL NOW - 813-565-3771DONATE: calvaryoftampa.org/donateLines open from 7:55-8:55 PM EST- We answer all calls that get screened during that time- Please have one question to ask- First Time callers get priorityS3 Will run until April 19th, 2026S4 Will begin May 31st, 2026------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBE https://www.youtube.com/c/biblelineLIKE https://www.facebook.com/biblelineminTWEET https://www.twitter.com/biblelineminCOMMENT ask us a question!SHARE with all your friends and familyHave a Bible question? The questions@biblelineministries.org email address is not longer in use, but you can:- Explore Pastor Jesse's full teaching library: https://www.youtube.com/@BibleLine/playlists- Watch a clear gospel presentation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vX6NdGnm_vA- Ask your question live on air during our YouTube call-in show:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xQWxodOF-5w&list=PLElaVGv3oAZ7b2RkKWzce51Eqjlb3imfzSupport Bibleline - https://www.calvaryoftampa.org/donate/Bibleline is a ministry of Calvary Community Church in Tampa, Florida and is hosted by Pastor Jesse Martinez.LIKE THIS? CHECK THESE GUYS OUT:https://www.youtube.com/c/Northlandchurchstc(Tom Cucuzza)https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdddWVKMcM9c-SjUR1LZTBw(Jim Scudder)https://www.youtube.com/c/NorthsideChurchAthens(Freddie Coile)https://www.youtube.com/user/biblelinebroadcast(Yankee Arnold)https://www.youtube.com/c/TheKeesBoerMinistryChannel(Kees Boer)#question #answer #bibleline #callin #biblequestions #bibleanswers #salvation#arminianism #eternallife #eternal #assurance #bible #truth #real #call #pastor #season3
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While God loves his people, they reject him. Christ, however, through his work, secures salvation for his wayward people. Old Testament Lesson: Isaiah 5:1-7 http://media.urclearning.org/audio/tm-reject-03-08-2026.MP3
In this sermon we address the topics of the canon and authority of Scripture. Scripture Lesson: 1 Corinthians 2 http://media.urclearning.org/audio/tm-canon-03-08-2026.MP3
Bible Readings: Isaiah 56:1–8John 2:13-22Luke 19:28–20:8 Sermon Outline: Luke 20:1–8 (NKJV) 1 Now it happened on one of those days, as He taught the people in the temple and preached the gospel, that the chief priests and the scribes, together with the elders, confronted Him 2 and spoke to Him, saying, “Tell us, by what… The post 08/03/2026 – Morning Service: By what authority? appeared first on Maroubra Presbyterian Church.
Bible Readings: Revelation 21:1 – 27 Luke 22:24 – 38 Sermon Outline: Luke 22:28–30 (NKJV) 28 “But you are those who have continued with Me in My trials. 29 And I bestow upon you a kingdom, just as My Father bestowed one upon Me, 30 that you may eat and drink at My table in… The post 08/03/2026 – Evening Service: A Kingdom Bestowed? appeared first on Maroubra Presbyterian Church.
Greg talks about an argument atheist Michael Ruse made for people to be “moral” even though there are no grounds for being good, then he answers questions about Frank Turek's claim that the Calvinist God is like Allah, and whether the continued existence of the Jews is evidence for God. Topics: Commentary: Atheist Michael Ruse's confused argument for morality (00:00) How would you respond to Frank Turek's claim that if God regenerates people so that they can believe, but he doesn't do that for everyone, then God is finite in his love and infinite in his justice, and that's not the God of the Bible; it's Allah. (26:00) Frank Turek's comment about Calvinism seems philosophically wrong, but I need help with it. (29:00) Is there any merit to using the fact that the Jews are still around today as an apologetic? (45:00) Mentioned on the Show: God Is Dead. Long Live Morality by Michael Ruse C.S. Lewis: The Most Reluctant Convert – Film The Bible: Fast Forward – DVD (Also available as a digital download or audio)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit andrewsullivan.substack.comPaige is a scientist and writer. She's a professor of psychology at the University of Texas at Austin, where she directs the Developmental Behavior Genetics lab and serves as Director of Clinical Training. She's the author of The Genetic Lottery: Why DNA Matters for Social Equality, and her new book is Original Sin: On the Genetics of Vice, The Problem of Blame, and The Future of Forgiveness. It's about the eternal question of what sin is; and where it comes from; and whether our guilt is justified. We had a great chat.For two clips of our convo — on the proclivity for violence in our genes, and even religion! — head to our YouTube page.Other topics: growing up in a conservative religious household outside Memphis; not knowing any non-evangelicals until college; original sin and Augustine; Aquinas; Calvinism; genetics as predestination; how humans evolved to be more cooperative and non-violent than apes; the genes of violent criminals; the overwhelming disparity of men versus women in prison; accountability vs punishment; free will; God in the gaps; the genetic predisposition for faith; Tourette's at BAFTA; addiction; how drugs change your brain; AA as Christianity with the theology removed; mental illness; my bipolar and borderline mother; Pascal; philosopher Hanna Pickard; poet Carl Phillips; how genes affect horniness; testosterone and sex; the documentary Seven Up; how identical twins become more similar in middle age; and my initial reactions to the war in Iran.Browse the Dishcast archive for an episode you might enjoy. Coming up: Matt Goodwin on the political earthquake in the UK, Jeffrey Toobin on the pardon power, Derek Thompson on abundance, Jonah Goldberg on the state of conservatism, Tom Holland on the Christian roots of liberalism, Tiffany Jenkins on privacy in a liberal democracy, and Adrian Wooldridge on “the lost genius of liberalism.” As always, please send any guest recs, dissents, and other comments to dish@andrewsullivan.com.
Arminians want to argue that to have free will is somehow against predestination and the election of God in salvation, but that is not what the Reformed confessions teach. For example in the Second London Baptist Confession of Faith it says, “God hath decreed … all things, … yet God [is] neither the author of sin … nor is violence offered to the will of the creature, nor is liberty taken away, but rather established”. When people claim that Calvinism says that there is no such thing as free will, nothing could be farther from the truth. The issue is the definition of free will, because many Arminians hold to a definition of free will that according to the Bible, not even God Himself has. So let's start with a question: what is the nature of God's free will?Listen to the audio version here: Timecodes00:00 Nature of Free Will05:08 Libertarian Free Will is False16:17 You can only choose what pleases us25:58 Fallen Man Chooses Evil30:16 The Heart is the Problem32:53 God Gives us Light to Make the Right Choice51:11 How God's Means Affect our Choices59:09 Who Are We to Reply Against GodProduction of Reformation Baptist Church of Youngsville, NCPermanent Hosts - Dan Horn, Charles Churchill and Joshua HornTechnical Director - Timothy KaiserTheme Music - Gabriel Hudelson
Before Christ returns, proper Christian gratitude is displayed in diligent Christian service. Old Testament Text: Psalm 2 https://media.urclearning.org/audio/tm-wait-03-01-2026.MP3
In order not to be deceived and to be convicted of sin and eternal life in Christ, we need to hear the Scriptures alone. Scripture Lesson: 2 Timothy 3:1-4:8 http://media.urclearning.org/audio/tm-scrip-03-01-2026.MP3
Arminians want to argue that to have free will is somehow against predestination and the election of God in salvation, but that is not what the Reformed confessions teach. For example in the Second London Baptist Confession of Faith it says, "God hath decreed … all things, … yet God [is] neither the author of sin … nor is violence offered to the will of the creature, nor is liberty taken away, but rather established". When people claim that Calvinism says that there is no such thing as free will, nothing could be farther from the truth. The issue is the definition of free will, because many Arminians hold to a definition of free will that according to the Bible, not even God Himself has. So let's start with a question: what is the nature of God's free will?Listen to the audio version here: Timecodes00:00 Nature of Free Will05:08 Libertarian Free Will is False16:17 You can only choose what pleases us25:58 Fallen Man Chooses Evil30:16 The Heart is the Problem32:53 God Gives us Light to Make the Right Choice51:11 How God's Means Affect our Choices59:09 Who Are We to Reply Against GodProduction of Reformation Baptist Church of Youngsville, NCPermanent Hosts - Dan Horn, Charles Churchill and Joshua HornTechnical Director - Timothy KaiserTheme Music - Gabriel Hudelson
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Gary: Welcome to Search the Scriptures 24/7, a radio ministry of The Berean Call with T.A. McMahon. I'm Gary Carmichael. It's great to have you along. In today's program, Tom wraps up a two-part series with guest Rob Congdon as they address the topic: What's New with Calvinism? Here's TBC executive director Tom McMahon.Tom: Thanks, Gary. My guest for our second part of this series is Robert Congdon. He's the founder of Congdon Ministries International, CMI, and it's a ministry, as we mentioned last week, that has sought to assist local churches, earlier in Great Britain and particularly in the US, but now he's expanded the work to include other countries. And, as I mentioned, a primary focus of CMI is dealing with the defense of dispensationalism, premillennialism, and we talked last week about the importance of biblical hermeneutics – how anyone who reads the Bible and wants to know what God is saying…we have two other terms, “exegesis” and “eisegesis.” Well, eisegesis is when we approach the Scriptures with what we want it to say, or imposing our own ideas on it, whereas exegesis is trying to figure out what God is saying, and that's the heart of CMI. And, Rob, welcome back to Search the Scriptures 24/7.
Calvinism, Jews, & The Last Of The WASP w/Dr. E. Michael JonesSPONSORSPaleovalley – If you're trying to eat clean but still need something convenient, these 100% grass-fed beef sticks are a solid option. High-protein, gut-friendly, and made without the junk found in most processed snacks.Grab 15% off their Grass-Fed Beef Sticks here: https://paleovalley.com/offers/grass-fed-beef-sticks-promo/pvpartners?oid=28&affid=4000&source_id=beefNicNac - Premium nicotine lozenges made in USA - Use code JOEL20! for 20% off at https://www.nicnac.com/discount/joel20!/*SUPPORT THE SHOW*Content That Conquers. Sign Up At: https://members.nxrstudios.comPurchase The Hyphenated Heresy: Judeo-Christianity on Amazon now: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GDJ7MBHL
Where do we draw the real borders of the Christian faith—and how do we stop calling every disagreement “heresy”? We open with a simple map: some doctrines are state lines where family can differ, while others are national borders that define the gospel itself. From there, we get practical about discernment, separating theological essentials from ministry methods so we stop breaking fellowship over style and start uniting around mission.We walk through classic flashpoints with clarity and care. Calvinism and Arminianism? Both sit within historic orthodoxy, even as they debate God's sovereignty and human responsibility. Mormonism's familiar vocabulary with foreign definitions? That crosses the border by redefining Jesus and salvation. Catholicism's complex system? Many trust Christ and are saved, yet its most consistent soteriology clashes with the finished work of Christ. The goal isn't scoring points; it's identifying when the foundation shifts from grace through faith in Christ to something else.We also tackle the messy middle where most people live: biblical illiteracy, borrowed talking points, and sincere but misguided convictions. That's where patient correction matters. Like Priscilla and Aquila with Apollos, we open the Bible, strengthen what's weak, and watch for fruit over time. Jesus told us to test teachers by their fruit, not their flair. So we address spiritual malpractice—manufactured “prophecy,” platform-driven hype—and explain why public wolves require public rebuke, while confused brothers need fatherly guidance, community, and discipleship.Finally, we caution against rushing to endorse celebrity conversions. Hope is good; haste is not. The Gamaliel test—wait and see—keeps us anchored while we pray for lasting repentance and steady obedience. Our charge is simple: be Bereans, surround yourself with wise mentors, keep the Bible as final authority, repent quickly when corrected, and draw strong borders around the gospel while keeping generous state lines where Scripture allows faithful disagreement.If this conversation helped you think more clearly about truth and charity, follow the show, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves theology and hates hot takes.Send a textSupport the show
Why is it that some believers tend towards an Armenian understanding of human salvation versus other views more strongly supported by Scripture? Steve is going to explore this very thing with us in 6 observations on today's podcast. If this resonates with you, please consider liking and comment your biggest takeaway. Be sure to subscribe to get notified of more more grounded biblical discussions on faith, culture, and politics! Chapters: 0:00 Coming up next 0:19 Introduction 6 Things that Account for Why People are Arminian: 6:32 #1 Feelings and Empathy 11:03 #2 Philosophy 12:30 #3 Fairness 13:43 #4 Purpose 15:40 #5 Sovereignty 17:13 #6 Open Theism 18:35 Conclusion Calvinism #Calvinist #TheologyPodcast Full Grounded Episode Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQSjPkXroH070SqzMGSrJF-_W9tdXyGDF Please consider sharing this with your friends and church family wrestling with these ideas! in Christ, the Grounded Team
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"Send Us A Message"In this episode of the One Truth podcast, host Josh Brockman interviews Keith Foskey, a pastor and social media podcaster known for his humorous yet serious approach to theology. They discuss Foskey's journey into Calvinism, the doctrines of grace, and the importance of evangelism within a Calvinistic framework. The conversation also touches on the complexities of God's sovereignty, the challenges of limited atonement, and the dangers of misrepresenting Jesus in contemporary culture. Throughout the discussion, Foskey emphasizes the need for humility in theological discourse and the importance of maintaining relationships despite differing beliefs.
Ephesians 1:1-14 (ESV)Andrew and Edwin discuss Paul's prayer of praise at the opening of his letter to the Ephesians. They propose Paul is highlighting how God chose to bless the Jews, and then how in Christ the Gentiles are added into the blessings.Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here. Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org. Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking here. We'd love to meet you. Be a guest among the Christians who meet on Livingston Avenue. Click here to find out more. Michael Eldridge sang all four parts of our theme song. Find more from him by clicking here. Thanks for talking about the text with us today.________________________________________________If the hyperlinks do not work, copy the following addresses and paste them into the URL bar of your web browser: Daily Written Devo: https://readthebiblemakedisciples.wordpress.com/?p=24604The Christians Who Meet on Livingston Avenue: http://www.christiansmeethere.org/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TalkAboutTheTextFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/texttalkMichael Eldridge: https://acapeldridge.com/
We know God through two means: Creation (general revelation) and the Scriptures (special revelation). Scripture Lesson: Psalm 19 http://media.urclearning.org/audio/tm-know-02-22-2026.MP3
Faith says that the sinner, the humble and the poor come into the Kingdom of God. Old Testament Lesson: Genesis 11:27-12:9 http://media.urclearning.org/audio/tm-poss-02-22-2026.MP3
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Start with the question we often dodge: if God truly reigns over everything, where do our choices fit—and what hope do we have when life breaks? We dig into sovereignty without slogans, defining it as God's comprehensive rule over outcomes and the very means that lead to them. From prophecies fulfilled down to details no one could stage, to Jesus' death as both human injustice and divine rescue, we explore why comfort in suffering only holds if God is actually in charge.We also turn toward the hard edge: evil and the goodness of God. Rather than paint evil as a rival force, we frame it as privation—goodness twisted—and show how that lens clarifies today's messes without slipping into despair. Then we go straight at the free will debate. Do we choose meaningfully if God ordains all things? Yes—creaturely responsibility and divine authorship run in parallel across Scripture. Judas made a real choice; God fulfilled a real plan. That tension isn't a bug to patch but a truth to trust, and it makes life less random, not more.For listeners who love theology and those who just want to live it, we keep it practical. We explain supralapsarian and infralapsarian views without smoke, share a personal journey from idolizing autonomy to resting in grace, and make the case for humility as the authentic fruit of the doctrines of grace. Most importantly, we invite you to major on what unites us in Christ and get into the trenches together. Debate well, read widely (especially your critics), and let Scripture rewrite your margins with joy.If this conversation helped you think or breathe a little easier, follow the show, share it with a friend, and leave a quick review so more people can find it. What part of sovereignty or freedom do you wrestle with most?Send a textSupport the show
In this episode, Rowan Miller and Pastor Don Patterson examine one central tension: how Christians are meant to hold truth and grace together in the face of real suffering and difficult Scripture. They discuss: • Whether it's biblically acceptable to be angry at God • How perspective reshapes personal loss • Jesus' teaching on divorce and remarriage in Matthew 5 • The meaning of confession and forgiveness in 1 John 1:8–9 • The ongoing debate between Calvinism and Arminianism • Whether the Bible leaves room for pets in heaven Rather than avoiding hard passages or softening biblical standards, this conversation models how clarity, humility, and theological precision can coexist with compassion. The goal is not inspiration—but understanding.
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Russell answers a listener question about whether a church's differences over Calvinism and Arminianism mean it's time to leave his church. Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here. Submit your own question for the show! Email questions@russellmoore.com — and remember: attach a voice memo! Keep up with Russell: Sign up for the weekly newsletter where Russell shares thoughtful takes on big questions, offers a Christian perspective on life, and recommends books and music he's enjoying. Subscribe to the Christianity Today Magazine: Special offer for listeners of The Russell Moore Show: Click here for 25% off a subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
What is a Reformed Baptist Church? Pamphlets, booklets, and sermon series have been produced to answer this question for decades. Although their presence online may indicate large numbers, this would be mistaken. If the visible church is likened to a tree, how did the Reformed Baptist branch shoot out? What is the good, the bad, and the ugly, especially in North America in the last and present century? Have you visited a Reformed Baptist local church before? What was its ethos? Gird your loins as we scratch the surface on what a Reformed Baptist Church is.
God genuinely desires the salvation of every individual, not merely all kinds of people and Christ's atonement was intended for all humanity. While we affirm the Calvinist doctrines of total depravity, unconditional election, and the perseverance of the saints, the traditional Calvinist emphasis on limited atonement does not stand up to Scriptural analysis. An unlimited atonement magnifies the sufficiency and universal offer of Christ's sacrifice. As we search the Scripture for truth, let us maintain a spirit of humility and love in theological debate.
What if salvation begins with God moving toward us, not us inching toward Him? We take a straight path through TULIP—total depravity, unconditional election, definite atonement, irresistible grace, and the perseverance of the saints—and show how each point rises from Scripture and fits together as a coherent, hope-filled view of how God saves. No smoke, no inside baseball—just clear terms, honest pushback, and the verses that carry the weight.We start by reframing human nature. Total depravity isn't “as bad as possible,” it's “every part affected,” which explains why the option to choose God exists but the desire does not. From there, election becomes mercy: if everyone runs from the light, God's choice is rescue, not favoritism. Romans, Ephesians, and John set the anchor points, while we tackle common objections about fairness, foreknowledge, and God's will. Along the way we keep the tone pastoral—humility over hot takes, clarity over tribal lines.Then we ask what the cross actually accomplished. Definite atonement insists Christ's death truly saves the people He came for; it's sufficient for all, targeted to the elect, and never fails. Irresistible grace explains how dead hearts come alive—regeneration before faith—so belief is a Spirit-born response, not a self-started project. And perseverance closes the loop: those God calls, He keeps. Assurance shifts from fragile self-confidence to sturdy promises—no one can snatch us from His hand. Far from killing mission, this theology fuels it. God uses means—preaching, prayer, everyday conversations—so we step into evangelism with steel in our spine and love in our tone.If Calvinism has felt like a trigger word or a maze of jargon, this walkthrough offers a reliable map, with Scripture at every turn and real-life implications for assurance, unity, and courage. Listen, reflect, and bring your hardest verses and questions. If this helped you think or breathe a little easier, follow the show, share it with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find it.Send a textSupport the show
Listen to a podcast with "no title" unpacking Calvinism and Romans 9—with some laughs along the way. Hear from Daniel Jansson, Kent Hirano, and Joe Garcia as they walk through this Calvinism: a conversation around predestination and election.
It's no secret that Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein have been critical of Allie Beth Stuckey's Calvinism BUT, her intuitions and cultural engagement are spot on. Today the guys look at @AllieBethStuckey 's response to Hillary Clinton's Op-Ed in The Atlantic... Stick around to the end for the critique of Allie! Check out our website: https://www.freethinkingministries.com/ Contact Us for Info on Speaking/Apologetics Training: https://www.freethinkingministries.com/contact Join the team and support financially: https://www.freethinkingministries.com/donate Check out Allie's full video: https://youtu.be/IxSfytPN2kQ?si=GpXTDMyMzyCxlkXu Check out Hillary Clinton's Op-Ed: https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2026/01/war-empathy-hillary-clinton/685809/ Josh's article on empathy: https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2026/01/war-empathy-hillary-clinton/685809/ Tim's Article on Bewitching: https://www.freethinkingministries.com/post/who-has-bewitched-you-libertarian-freedom-propaganda-and-the-war-for-the-mind Our analysis of Bishop Budde's sermon aimed towards Trump: https://www.youtube.com/live/5ENs-d7x5N0?si=hKF6OEB2bp7M0uLt Critique of Allie's Calvinism: https://youtu.be/2jyxWUUoqhY?si=s8B9h5PpI9FXH1Az ➡️ CHAPTERS ⬅️ 00:00 Introducing Allie and Hillary 07:45 Progressive Manipulation 14:40 The Problem with Empathy 25:11 Empathy Must Be Grounded in Reality not Budde 37:22 Hillary Clinton a Christian?!? 45:30 You Can't Just Call Yourself a Christian 51:00 Progressive Christianity is Not Christianity 56:20 Toxic Empathy is Real 1:02:58 Empathy DOES Arrest Our Ability to Think 1:08:07 Does Allie get THIS Wrong? 1:11:35 Final Thoughts ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: https://freethinkingministries.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FreeThinkInc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freethinkinc X: https://x.com/freethinkmin TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@freethinkinc #Apologetics #FreeThinking #Christianity #empathy
A lot of the crybabies cry that I'm a Calvinist, because I believe in total depravity, unconditional election, limited atonement, irresistible grace and perseverance of the saints. But these aren't Calvin's ideas, they are what the bible teach. Today you're going to learn the many problems with Calvinism and how to have a more narrow faith as a biblical monergist. * 00:00 - Introduction* 10:15 - What is Biblical Monergism?* 52:57 - The Problem of Philosophy* 1:20:26 - The Problems of Calvinism * 1:26:59 - Eternal Conscious Torment* 1:41:03 - Sunday Sacredness * 1:49:04 - Eschatology* 2:09:16 - Free Will * 2:46:05 - The Author of Sin* 3:02:02 - The Wills of God* 3:23:35 - Calvin's Connections* 3:44:52 - Martin Luther* 3:50:24 - Final Thoughts This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.danceoflife.com/subscribe