BibleThinker Why I Think Calvinism Is Unbiblical
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Sep 11, 2018 Dive into a respectful critique of Calvinism that unpacks the faith vs. works debate. The discussion highlights the importance of grace and challenges the idea that faith can be a human effort. Explore the 'tulip test' and its implications for salvation, while examining differing interpretations of key biblical texts. The host encourages open dialogue, inviting Calvinists to consider alternative perspectives and emphasizes the need for clarity on grace, faith, and the complexities of salvation. It's an engaging exploration that invites deep reflection.
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Pauline Case That Faith Is Not A Work
- Faith is repeatedly contrasted with works in Pauline texts, meaning faith is not a meritorious work that earns salvation.
- Mike cites Romans 3:20–27 and Romans 4 to show faith excludes boasting and establishes grace, so believing does not give credit to the believer.
Abraham Example Shows Faith Establishes Grace
- Romans 4 shows Abraham's righteousness was counted because he believed, not because he worked, reinforcing that faith is not earning salvation.
- Mike highlights Romans 4:5 and 4:16 to argue faith makes the promise rest on grace rather than law.
Galatians Confirms Justification By Faith Alone
- Galatians 2:16 and Galatians 3 present justification and receiving the Spirit as happening through faith, not works of the law.
- Mike uses Galatians 3:2–6 to show Spirit and miracles come by hearing with faith, not by legal works.