Romans 9 Commentary by Leighton Flowers

Dr. Leighton Flowers, Director of Evangelism and Apologetics for Texas Baptists, goes line by line through Romans 9 in his book "The Potter's Promise" which can be found here:

[dougplug]

Leighton, thanks very much for your study on this. I've been a believer for 39 years, grew up in Southern Baptist circles and have been debating Calvinists in my own ineffective way for years. Although these thoughts have crossed my mind in study, I have struggled to organize and articulate. This is very helpful! Much needed ministry in my opinion.

[tyn]

As a fellow formerly confused calvinist, thank you. Just thank you.

[redfaux]

Wow.... this is meaty and full of gravy, vegetables and nutrients. And compassion.
When I hear this, I think of the song "Vessel of Honor" by Wade Spencer. Great message. Very humbling. I cannot wait to meet Jesus, my Savior, and kneel at His feet.

[d.ryanwebb]

This is exactly what I've been looking for. Praise God who inspired you to make this video, and thank you for being ready to His will!

[adamali]

This is the best commentary on Romans 9 I have ever had the privilege of hearing!

[Kris-sgop]

So grateful for your book! I was conflicted with the contradictions being passed off as"just one of God's paradoxes we weren't meant to understand".

[elizabethneil]

I know this is an older video, but I needed this

[lindapb]

Beautiful. I do want more, so I'm buying the book, thanks

[bigdbeatty]

Thank you so much for your explanation. Romans makes so much sense now! its all coming together. I go to a Calvinist church and every sermon and every bible study is defending Calvinism. Do you ever wonder why they spend all their time and have to work so hard to defending their doctrine. I engage in long debates with all the educated leaders of the church on Calvinism. A simple, pew sitter, bible reader like myself, learning from Dr. Flowers, can frustrate them so much they have to bring in reinforcements and call more scholarly Calvinist to engage in discussion with me. Thank you Dr. Flowers!

[christopherlampman]

You are the only non-Calvinist/non-Catholic I know providing deep theological insight on these issues.

[kevinteichroeb]

Thank you, Dr. Flowers, for all your hard work.

[mindaheath]

This is so insightful, I have never heard or read such a clear explanation of Romans. I also want to add that I can see no practical advantage of subscribing to a Calvinistic view.

[djohnson]

Wonderful job brother!
I'm really enjoying The Potters Promise. It's slow going as I'm beating your references to death but it sure has been worth it!
Romans 9 makes so much more sense when applied to the Bible as a whole and not just bits and pieces of stand alone verses.
Imagine seeing Romans 9 in a way that isn't in opposition to the rest of the Word of God.
Thanks for your hard work and God bless!

[fedotb]

God bless you! I knew that God is Love, the only stumbling stone was this chapter, and now all clear.

[elijah]

Wow, thanks professor. I grew up under calvinist teachers like R.C. Sproul (who I admit was a fantastic Bible teacher), but something just didn't sit right with me. This is really helpful.

[unschoolinghomesteader]

Watching this for the umpteenth time. Thanks Dr Flowers.

[makingsmokesince]

This was superb. Many thanks and God bless.

[alexmccormick]

Such great teaching! I have to get this book!

[kevinburtnick]

Leighton, superb video! It would be wonderful if your book was available on audible. Some of us are on the go much of the time and audible is my goto for listening. I hope you consider that. Lord Bless you and your family ..and keep up the good work. Jude 3 --->Contend, contend, condend! 2 Tim 2:15----> study, study, study and context context context You nailed it Brother!

[artistjra]

Thanks so much for your explanation of Romans 9. You certainly made it's proper understanding very clear.
It is astounding to me how people can follow the teachings of John Calvin, who thought nothing of having anyone that disagreed with him killed. I sincerely believe that he was never saved. He had NO LOVE for his fellow Christians. I believe that he was demonically inspired to impune the character and heart of God.