Glenn Osburn
P – Perseverance of the Saints:
Defined:
The Westminster Confession of Faith (1648):
Chapter XVII, I. They, whom God has accepted in His Beloved, effectually called, and sanctified by His Spirit, can neither totally nor finally fall away from the state of grace, but shall certainly persevere therein to the end, and be eternally saved (Palmer, p. 130; [...]
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L – Limited Atonement:
Defined:
Christ’s redeeming work was intended to save the elect only and actually secured salvation for them. His death was a substitutionary endurance of the penalty of sin in the place of certain specified sinners. In addition to putting away the sins of His people, Christ’s redemption secured everything necessary for their salvation, [...]
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U – Unconditional election:
Defined:
The Westminster Confession of Faith (1648):
Chapter III, I. God from all eternity did by the most wise and holy counsel of his own will, freely and unchangeably ordain whatsoever comes to pass…III. By the decree of God, for the manifestation of his glory, some men and angels are predestinated unto life, and [...]
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One of the many false theological systems that Christians must combat is known as ‘Calvinism’. It bears the somewhat intimidating name of the French reformer John Calvin because of his prominence in its development. Sadly, many people who consider themselves followers of Christ have imbibed its erroneous dogma and believe that God shows favoritism to [...]
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