In the first of five episodes on the doctrines of grace, we discuss confusion as to where the five points of Calvinism came from. Then, we take on total depravity. What is it? What is it not? And why does it matter for us on a daily basis?

Member Podcast Description: In this episode, we talk about the inconsistencies that exist in the Calvinistic evangelical world when it comes to total depravity. Many claim to hold to the doctrine but functionally deny it. We also touch on how a right understanding of total depravity produces compassion.

Resources:

• “The Five Points of Calvinism: A Study Guide” by Edwin Palmer

• “Chosen By God” by R.C. Sproul

• “For Calvinism” by Michael Horton

• “Bondage of the Will” by Martin Luther

• “Institutes of the Christian Religion” by John Calvin

• “Reformed Dogmatics” by Herman Bavinck

• Canons of Dort

Scripture:
Romans 1:18-32, 3:10-18, 5:12ff, 8:7-8; Ephesians 2:1-3; Jeremiah 17:9; Psalm 51:5; Genesis 6:5; Ezekiel 36:26; John 3:19, 6:44, 61 10:24-30, 15:16; Psalm 51:5; 1 Corinthians 1:21-24, 12:3; 2 Corinthians 3:12-18; Ephesians 2:1-3; Philippians 1:6; Revelations 3:20

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