Bible Question: I know what Calvinism is, but can you please tell me what Hyper-Calvinism is, and what the big difference is? I have heard that some SB seminaries are teaching mainly Calvinism. I find some areas I agree with and some I do not. I believe a Christian can backslide. I have been told there is no such belief in backsliding for those who accept Calvinism. Any thoughts? |
Bible Answer: "5. The most wise, righteous, and gracious God doth oftentimes leave, for a season, his own children to manifold temptations, and the corruption of their own hearts, to chastise them for their former sins, or to discover unto them the hidden strength of corruption and de- ceitfulness of their hearts, that they may be humbled;t and, to raise them to a more close and constant dependence for their support upon himself, and to make them more watchful against all future occasions of sin, and for sundry other just and holy ends." from the Westminster Confession of Faith (http://www.pcaac.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/WCFScriptureProofs.pdf) chapter 5, section 5. a Calvinist confession. This supports the notion of backsliding, if by backsliding you mean a Christian falling into grievous sins for a time, and not losing his salvation. (See also the Confession's chapter on Sanctification.) King David (2 Sam 11) and Apostle Peter (Gal 2) are good examples of backsliding. |