MEMBERS: Perseverance of the Saints (Calvinism Series)
In this episode, we talk about ways assurance is undermined. We talk pastorally about how to counsel and love struggling sinners. And, a few punchy comments are made about habitual sins.
Perseverance of the Saints (Calvinism Series)
In this episode, we continue our series on the five points of Calvinism by considering irresistible grace. After contending for "effectual calling" as a better term, we explain what is not meant by irresistible grace. We then turn our attention to the Bible and the confessions to help illustrate the goodness of this doctrine.
MEMBERS: Irresistible Grace (Calvinism Series)
We let it rip a little bit on the inconsistencies that exist in the Calvingelical world with respect to God's grace--especially after conversion. We consider how repentance is so often turned into a work that we do and is scrutinized at every turn.
Resources:
"For Calvinism" by Michael Horton
1689 London Baptist Confession (Chapter 10)
Canons of Dort (3&4.11)
"The Five Points of Calvinism: A Study Guide" by Edwin Palmer
Scripture:
Jeremiah 31:31-34
Ezekiel 36:22-32
Deuteronomy 30:6
Matthew 16:16-17
John 3:1-8; 6:37-65; 10:24-30; 15:16
Acts 11:18; 13:48; 16:14; 26:12-18
Romans 8:29-30
1 Corinthians 2:14
Ephesians 1:3-14; 2:1-9
2 Thessalonians 2:13-14
Irresistible Grace (Calvinism Series)
In this episode, we continue our series on the five points of Calvinism by considering irresistible grace. After contending for "effectual calling" as a better term, we explain what is not meant by irresistible grace. We then turn our attention to the Bible and the confessions to help illustrate the goodness of this doctrine.
MEMBERS: Limited Atonement (Calvinism Series)
In this episode, we talk more about limited/particular atonement and assurance. We also launch into some spirited discussion about biblicism and expositional preaching.
Limited Atonement (Calvinism Series)
In this third episode on the doctrines of grace, we discuss limited atonement. What did Jesus accomplish at the cross? What did he intend to accomplish? Can Jesus fail in anything he intends to do? We speak to some common objections and then consider how a particular view of the atonement leads to assurance.
MEMBERS: Unconditional Election (Calvinism Series)
In this episode, we answer the question, "How do I know if I'm elect?" We talk about the unhelpful answers that are often given in the broad, Calvinistic evangelical world.
Unconditional Election (Calvinism Series)
In this episode, we discuss unconditional election. What do we mean by the term? What are some common misconceptions? We look to the Bible and talk about why this doctrine matters for assurance and hope.