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7 point Calvinism
Discussion in 'Calvinism & Arminianism Debate' started by Piper, Dec 12, 2023.
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Does the bible teach that it is? Yes. A full understanding of how Matthew 28:19-20 is fulfilled requires us to work for the propagation of the gospel to individuals and nations.
Romans 10
How then will they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how are they to believe in him of whom they have never heard? And how are they to hear without someone preaching? And how are they to preach unless they are sent? As it is written, “How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the good news!”
Now, my question to you, Do you personally believe that is is part of your Christian duty to evangelize unbelievers?
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I see Primitive Baptists as Calvinists because they hold the same doctrine insofar as salvation.
They (from what I have read) agree with Calvinists that men are not able to merit or earn salvation, nor can man turn to God apart from God drawing them.
They agree with Calvinists that God's choice in who to save us not conditioned on man.
They agree with Calvinists that Christ died to save only the elect (only those whom God chose to save as His people).
They agree with Calvinists that God's will in salvation is going to be accomplished.
They agree with Calvinists that God will keep those who He saves from being lost.
They also a view of the Atonement that was developed within Reformed churches.
This is not to ignore differenc s (there are differences) but Primitive Baptists developed from Calvinistic Baptist churches in the 19th Century (specifically over missions). The denomination was a reaction to Methodist influenced of the day (at that time the Methodist were the largest and most influential denomination). -
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Jesus also teaches that we are to wash the feet of the brethren so being compliant, we PB’ s we do what Jesus told us to do. So do you also follow the lord in his requests? -
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If we speak of historical Calvinism then we are talking about Presbyterian theology...BUT then "Calvinism" is addressing how Calvinists view Communion (as symbolic).
Luther coined the term "Calvinism" in response to Calvin's rejection of the idea Christ is present in a different way in Communion. -
This is clear as Primitive Baptists hold John Calvin's theory of Atonement. Methodists do as well, as they came from the same Presbyterian traditions.
Now, if you want to belong to a pre-Reformation denomination that was never a part of the RCC and holds Baptist doctrine, you should look for a good Mennonite or Amish congregation (but be careful as many Mennonites have become more Reformed). There are Amish churches that will let you attend. But I don't think you can join. Not sure there. -
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2) The Seventh point is the "ends justify the means" demonic view cloaked in religious jargon.
Calvinism denies the premise "your faith has saved you."
Calvinism denies Paul spoke to unregenerate people using spiritual milk because they could understand and affirmatively respond.
Calvinism denies Christ laid down His life as a ransom for all, those to be saved and those never to be saved.
Calvinism denies unregenerate pole sought God and embraced to varying degrees the gospel of Christ.
God chose for salvation individuals utilizing their faith in the truth.
God chose for salvation individuals rich in faith and heirs to the kingdom promised to those who love Him. -
You can have your election by virtue of merited works, but you won't find it in the Bible.
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