I Can't Find Calvinism In The Bible, But Provisionism Is Everywhere!

Dr. Leighton Flowers, Director of Evangelism and Apologetics for Texas Baptists, briefly explains why Calvinism is not taught in the bible.

[tylerf]

This is the most concise and powerful articulation of Calvinism vs provisionism! Thank you.

[whaddoyoumeme]

Lots of great points made in this video. 👍🏾

[christopherboos]

I will be honest here. This is difficult to say. I turned my back on Christ as a teen and avoided God for many years. I believed my situation hopeless due to Hebrews 6:4. I stumbled upon Calvinism and honestly thought myself not one of the elect and gave up hope. There has never been a more depressing time in my life, and I'm surprised I didn't commit suicide. After much study I determined I must have been the seed that fell among the shallow soil - a false convert. But I've returned to Christ, and am convinced he's working in my life and using me in the lives of those around me - especially my wife who has professed faith in Christ recently. Almost everyday is a struggle, and I pray he'll continue to soften my sin-hardened heart. I prayed Proverbs 2:3-5 and honestly believe Christ led me to videos like these to see Calvinism isn't the only option or possibility in understanding biblical election and predestination.

[GratiaPrima_]

This could preach for all weekend, but also only 5 mins said it all!!! Happy Sunday y’all. Stay in God’s abundantly provided grace ☺️

[a.k.]

Very well said brother Leighton! The God who loves self sacrificially is FAR MORE BEAUTIFUL!

[johndisalvo]

Can I get a STRAWMAN from James White on this I THINK NOT!!!

[pbuckets]

I can’t find it either.

You won’t read the Bible and come away a Calvinist. Someone has to tell you about Calvinism for you to become one

[Kenneth-nVA]

Job 14:1  “Man who is born of a woman is few of days and full of trouble.
Job 14:2  He comes out like a flower and withers; he flees like a shadow and continues not.
Job 14:3  And do you open your eyes on such a one and bring me into judgment with you?
Job 14:4  Who can bring a clean thing out of an unclean? There is not one.
Job 14:5  Since his days are determined, and the number of his months is with you, and you have appointed his limits that he cannot pass, ...Luk 12:6  Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? And not one of them is forgotten before God.
Luk 12:7  Why, even the hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not; you are of more value than many sparrows. Q: is it possible in your position to explain why and how my/yours/ our last breath has been predestined/ determined? So... if you choke on a Chick-fil-A sandwich today at 4:52pm and pass away, was it possible for you to have changed the circumstances? Did you choose the chicken sandwich? Location? Exact time? Be careful how you answer but at least be honest, right?

[sketchbook]

That's the most powerful and straightforward explanation of what Calvinism does to the character and nature of God that you've ever given, Dr. Flowers.
You've said it like that many times-- but wow, you really put it together into a powerful small package there in this five minute video.

[raymatthews]

Amen, brother. God bless you for defending the faith and the truth.

[CloutDigital]

Man... your work is so needed, may God continue to grant you the strength and knowledge to keep going.

[naturallycurly]

I would not want to worship the Calvinist's God. Thank you for helping me to be able to explain (and support with Scripture) what I have always believed.

[thm]

I'll never believe a Calvinist when they say that they believe in "SOLA Scriptura"

The Calvinists are proud to say that they believe the "Sola Scriptura", but the reality is that they, on a par and in the same hierarchical plane, have the reformed doctrines, because according to what they affirm, it is the "faithful interpretation of scripture" Really? So when they read the scriptures and it makes them question their beliefs they reject such questions / doubts / questions saying "no, this cannot be possible since it goes against the reformed doctrines"

[jamesjohnson]

While we were yet enemies Jesus died for us

[christianhalkides]

I knew this was gonna be powerful just because of how short the video was. God bless you brother I am blessed to have found a pastor like you. Shalom and peace be with you always ❤️

[johntrevett]

Everyone limits the atonement. The debate is whether God or man limits it.

[nickwilliams]

YouTube only let's me give this one thumbs-up! Oh but it deserves more! Extremely clear and powerful sharing of The Gospel!

[mojomentum]

I hope Calvinists are not trying to play God or to even pretend to know the mind of God. However God is omnipresent, omniscient, omnipotent! Can I save myself? Do I impress God with my works? In the end we all have to workout the free gift of salvation. I worship Jesus because he is worthy. I tell other people about Him because he is the only way to salvation, but I know in the end salvation belongs to the Lord not me! I feel like I lean more to the Calvinist side, but aren’t we all commissioned to make disciples?

[rev.stephena.cakouros]

Acts 13:48 settles the issue. "“And when the Gentiles heard this, they were glad, and glorified the word of the Lord: and as many as were ordained to eternal life believed.” That is Calvinism or if you like Pauline theology.

[gregjay]

What a shocking thought that Jesus came to seek and to save only the elect!