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1 | Where are the scriptures, believers? | Matt 6:15 | Bill Mc | 15283 | ||
Dear Tim, I don't know what an Arminian or a Calvinist is. I know enough to know that they seem to be at odds or war or something. I know it sounds stupid but I haven't studied either one. Nevertheless, I agree with your statement, 'in the atonement, everyone's sins are forgiven. But, it is only when we respond to the gospel that we receive the benefits.' Complete forgiveness is provided for everyone but it is part of the package when we receive Christ - "In Him we have redemption, the forgiveness of sin." "God was in Christ, reconciling the WORLD to Himself, not counting men's sins against them." - 2 Cor 5:19 "In Him we have received the reconciliation." - Romans 5:10,11 (I think that's the reference) I believe that God has reconciled the world to Himself because, well...He said so. That's why Paul says, "God was in Christ reconciling the world to Himself...so we beg you on behalf of Christ, BE reconciled to God." God has done it, so believe it and BE it - accept that it is true. I feel the same way about the forgiveness issue. "In Him, we HAVE redemption, the forgiveness of sins." God has forgiven us IN CHRIST so BE forgiven. God has done it, so believe it and BE it - accept that it is true. Take care, Tim. Rest in His love, Bill Mc |
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2 | Where are the scriptures, believers? | Matt 6:15 | Radioman | 15294 | ||
Bill: I think you are probably better off NOT knowing what an Arminian or a Calvinist is. Involuntarily, I learned from the forum way more than I ever wanted to know about Calvinism, which emphasizes divine sovereignty, and the opposite belief, Arminianism, which emphasizes human responsibility and all but dismisses the sovereignty of God. All any of us need to know is *the Bible doctrine of election.* I also found out (the hard way) that here on the forum one dare not even use the word "election" lest he be accused of being a Calvinist. Another forum member posted much information on the Bible doctrine of election. People villified him as a Calvinist, EVEN THOUGH the man never once in his postings used the word Calvin or Calvinism. (Except later on to answer those who themselves brought up the word and accused him of being a Calvinist.) Nor was he espousing the pure Calvinist doctrine of election. I admire the fact that you esteem and rely upon the Scriptures as your authority in doctrinal matters. Bless you, Radioman |
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3 | Where are the scriptures, believers? | Matt 6:15 | Bill Mc | 15300 | ||
Radioman, Thanks for your comments. Maybe sometimes ignorance IS bliss (sorry, no scripture reference for this) :) We love labels and classifying people, don't we? In Christ, Bill Mc |
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