Arminianism: With Dr. Ben Witherington III

Arminianism: With Dr. Ben Witherington III

In this episode of The Remnant Radio, Dr. Ben Witherington III comes on the show to discuss the soteriological framework of Arminianism. We discuss monergism, synergism, the nature of Grace, and the perseverance of the saints. What a great program hope you enjoy.

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[kachymuzik]

This is certainly one of my best episodes; clear and valid argument. I agree with Arminianism

[PoesieUndGlaube]

"All of our theology systems have human elements in it and flaws. Nobody has got the biblical theology nailed down perfectly and so there needs to be some humility in our theological discussions." Great footnote at the end!

[Melynn]

You both asked Dr. Witherington so many important questions. This was so concise for the grace of Arminianism. Great info.

[mikefoht]

This is your best show you guys have ever done. Great tough questions and incredible answers. You were blessed to be able to interview such a knowledgable teacher.

[stephenhollis]

Best explanation of God's Love and Salvation that I have ever been exposed

[stephenwooten]

I really enjoyed hearing someone articulate how I understand the scriptures, with even some new insightful wording. This is one of the best in my mind and that's probably due to the fact that I find Calvinism to be so hard to credit to the God of the bible. Yet, I want to stay away from identifying with a man that isn't Jesus and say I am, Jacob Arminian and not John Calvin, rather may God's grace work in us to bring us to a fuller view of Jesus Christ so we might grow in grace and the knowledge of him. Thanks guys, love this one.

[Aquines]

Great to hear Dr Ben talk on Arminianism I went to see and hear him at Trinity College Dublin and also at the Irish Bible Institute some years ago I learned a lot from his insight into scripture God Bless Brian from Dublin Ireland

[shiningbright]

Great Explanation.Praise the Lord👍❤️ Hallelujah

[kachymuzik]

I agree with the 'Sealing' explanation. Sometimes i think we absolutise certain scriptures and take them beyond the extent to which they are intended

[emidior]

Loved the analogy of the pen and Shakespeare, so eloquent, logical and accurate

[budcurtis]

Great explanation by Dr Ben, as usual. Very clear.

[torelgo]

Wow. I love this! Thank you for this video. God bless you all.

[brandi_w]

This was awesome. So much more to study!! Thanks Dr. Witherington.

[chaddonal]

Arminianism (and the Wesleyan adaptation) takes seriously all the relevant scriptures, including the apostasy warnings and the need to pursue holiness, righteousness, work out your salvation, and walk with the Spirit and don’t quench the Spirit.

By contrast, Calvinism acknowledges these verses, but inherently diminishes them of their practical pursuit through its commitment to determinism, where God has already ordained everything that shall come to pass.

With Arminianism, these commands actually have real force, and require that we need to participate with God (His grace enabling our faith) and with the Spirit to accomplish God’s callings for us.

The process is not automated, but actually requires our faithful participation in contradistinction to our rebellion.

Calvinism, inevitably results in any rebellion, apostasy, grieving the spirit, etc., as all being necessarily ordained by God, and outside of the control of the person who acts in disobedience. It doesn’t seem as if Calvinists have truly wrestled through the implications of determinism on their system toward apostates, or the lost.

[AntwanRSmith]

Another great program, I greatly appreciate Dr. Ben’s insights.

[missionsbibleministry]

One thing: Your thumbnail says Classical Arminian Soteriology, but Ben Witherington III is Wesleyan. It's confusing and we are Classical Arminians :)

[williamphelps]

Very insightful. I am a big jumbled up mess between agreeing and disagreeing right now. Definitely lots of food for thought and contemplation. He certainly isn't afraid to attack a "boogey man" argument head on.

[thebark_barx]

@The Remnant Radio I would recommend y’all to reach out to Dr. Matthew Pinson from Welch College in Tennessee. Or a former professor- Robert E. Picirilli. Welch holds to a Reformed Arminian view which is Classical Arminianism. Maybe look at a conversation with Dr. Matthew Pinson on Reformed Arminianism to spark an interest on the view which is said to be as close to Arminius’ understanding on soteriology

[beowulf.reborn]

The point about seals can be broken, is very sobering. The whole point of a seal is that it can be broken, and if on Judgement Day we have broken the seal, then there is no guaranty that God will receive us.

[jerardosc]

Classical reformed arminians believe in penal substitutionary atonement, the imputation of Christ’s righteousness in justification, and progressive sanctification (NOT entire sanctification)

Witherington holds to Wesleyan Arminianism not Classical (Reformed) Arminianism which is why he rejects the classical doctrines listed above (im not sure if he holds to entire or progressive sanctification)

The thumbnail should be changed to wesleyan arminianism like you guys said at 4:24 differentiating the two

Love Ben though and his work. Great program