On his website, Arminian Perspectives, Ben Henshaw has a questions page at which he answers questions about Arminianism and Calvinism that visitors to his site pose in the comment section of the page. The following is a…
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Does Prevenient Grace Appear in the Old Testament and How Does the Arminian Concept of God’s Sovereignty Apply to Texts that Refer to God Stirring Up People to War or Bringing Things to Pass through All Sorts of Means?
Justin Gravatt, “Jesus Christ: The Propitiatory Sacrifice for All: Universal Atonement in 1 John 2:2.”
Friday Files, 12 April 2019
It’s the St. Zeno’s Day edition of the Friday Files, our weekly dig into the very back of SEA’s article pantry because we’re pretty sure we had a jar of almond butter in there…. The…
FWS Podcast: What Is a Wesleyan?
If you cannot see the player above follow this link: What Is a Wesleyan? This lecture by Dr. Vic Reasoner is titled, “What Is a Wesleyan?” It was presented at the 2018 FWS Conference.
Two Views on Romans 9
I believe interpretation B is superior to interpretation A for several reasons, but the following three are the most important: 1) In Rom 9:6-9, Paul is returning again to an argument he already made…
X-Calvinist Corner Files: Testimony # 6
The X-Calvinist Corner is a page on this website that shares the stories of people who were once Calvinist but have left Calvinism for a more Arminian theology. This series (The X-Calvinist Corner Files) highlights one of…
Seven Truths Found in John 3:16
Just recently I preached from what was the first verse I remember memorizing. This well-loved verse is packed with important truths: 1 God The Bible never makes a long argument for the existence of…
Friday Files, 5 April 2019
It’s the St. Æþelburh’s Day edition of the Friday Files, our trip through SEA’s memory lane. The views expressed in our articles and links are usually those of SEA, although sometimes not, so heads up.…
FWS Podcast: Roundtable Discussion
If you cannot see the player above follow this link: Roundtable (Part 1) If you cannot see the player above follow this link: Roundtable (Part 2) This is a roundtable discussion held with members of…
Great Quotes: Thomas Ralston on the Compatibility of Freedom and Foreknowledge With Regards to Judas Betraying Jesus
It has been said that “knowledge is power;” but it is not implied by that expression that it is a power capable of exerting itself. All that is implied is, that it directs an active…
David F. Watson, “Did John Wesley Affirm Total Depravity?”
Please click on the link to read David F. Watson, “Did John Wesley Affirm Total Depravity?, available from the author’s blog. David F. Watson, “Did John Wesley Affirm Total Depravity?”
Chosen In Him: A Response to Credo House
How then has He chosen us, before we came into existence, but that, as he says himself, in Him we were represented beforehand? – Athanasius This is a response to C. Michael Patton’s “Open Letter…
Friday Files, 29 March 2019
It’s the St. Gwynilyw’s Day edition of the Friday Files, wherein we weekly look at previous SEA posts. The views expressed are usually, but not always, those of SEA; our members’ names are in blue.…
Ed Jarrett, “The Doctrine of Election: Who Are the Elect?”
The doctrine of election is one that can be contentious within the body of Christ. Election is clearly taught in the Bible. But what does it mean? This post will look at some key words in the debate and how they are used in both the Old Testament and the New.
Kevin Timpe, Review of Guillaume Bignon, Excusing Sinners and Blaming God: A Calvinist Assessment of Determinism, Moral Responsibility, and Divine Involvement in Evil
Please click on the link to view Kevin Timpe, Review of Guillaume Bignon, Excusing Sinners and Blaming God: A Calvinist Assessment of Determinism, Moral Responsibility, and Divine Involvement in Evil (Princeton Theological Monograph Series; Eugene:…
Roy Ingle, “Pray Without Ceasing”
Prayer is sweet communion between the child of God and their heavenly Father. Prayer is not merely a time we set aside in our day to bless our food or ask God’s favour or help.…
Friday Files, 22 March 2019
It’s the St. Jonathan Edwards Day edition of the Friday Files. (What? Yep. Misunderstood soteriology, but still totally a saint. You do remember Calvinists are our sisters and brothers in Christ, right? Good.) Anyway. It’s…
Roy Ingle, “Is Perseverance Necessary For Eternal Life?”
One thing that Arminianism has in common with many Calvinists is the teaching that perseverance is necessary for eternal life. While some Arminians argue that one can lose their salvation if they fall into sin or…
Question About the Prodigal Son and the Forfeiture of Salvation
On his website, Arminian Perspectives, Ben Henshaw has a questions page at which he answers questions about Arminianism and Calvinism that visitors to his site pose in the comment section of the page. The following is a question…
X-Calvinist Corner Files: Testimony # 4
The X-Calvinist Corner is a page on this website that shares the stories of people who were once Calvinist but have left Calvinism for a more Arminian theology. This series (The X-Calvinist Corner Files) highlights one of…
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Ben Henshaw, “Q&A: Exploring the Horrific Implications of Calvinist Determinism With Regards to God’s Desire to Save (or Not)”
Nicholas S. Noyola, “Faith Without Applause: Navigating the Praiseworthiness Puzzle”
David F. Watson, “A Theological Revival”
Video: Joseph Hellerman, “When the Church Was a Family” (On the Corporate Orientation of NT Culture)
