John Calvin
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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T – Total depravity:
Defined:
Westminster Confession of Faith (creed of the Presbyterian Church U.S.) states in regard to the sin of Adam and Eve:
Chapter VI…II. By this sin they fell from their original righteousness and communion with God, and so became dead in sin and wholly defiled in all the parts and faculties of soul 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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