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Calvinism is the formal name given to a Christian theological perspective held by some Christians today, summarized well by the acronym TULIP.
Key Points:
- T = Total Depravity. People are flawed to the core and unable to save themselves.
- U = Unconditional Election. In God’s sovereign will, he has chosen some to be saved (“the elect”).
- L = Limited Atonement. Christ died only for “the elect”.
- I = Irresistible Grace. When God calls us, we are irresistibly drawn to the offer of salvation.
- P = Perseverance of the Saints. Those who are called will not fall away.
Quote This:
Ephesians 1:11 Furthermore, because we are united with Christ, we have received an inheritance from God, for he chose us in advance, and he makes everything work out according to his plan.
Talk About It
- What is your initial reaction to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- Which of the five points of Calvinism do you most agree with, if any? Explain.
- Which of the five points of Calvinism do you most disagree with, if any? Explain.
- Read Ephesians 1:11. Would you call yourself a Calvinist? In what ways does it and does it not matter? Explain.
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
