The Debate: Calvinism vs. Arminianism & its Myths

As requested: We're finally discussing Calvinism vs. Arminianism! This is BY NO MEANS all encompassing when it comes to the topic, but it's an introduction and explanation of the general differences between Calvinists and Arminians and where we stand.

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[diannalynnYT]

Once I started studying the elect, being choosen, predestination, I can't unsee it. The whole Bible is showing God making those choices.
This is new to me and my view of scripture has changed as I study which has changed my view on God. His sovereignty...I don't even really have words, it's breath taking. I do not see the "p" in tulip in scripture, I see eternal security without having to work for it. Works are great but not a requirement. Works come from our love for God.

[doraashby]

I’m not Calvinist or Arminian, since I agree with certain things presented by each theological system. I was saved at 17 by God’s grace.

[shelbykoerner]

Thank you so much for this video! I was involved in a cult when I wa sin my twenties. Now that I am a Christian, I struggle with finding the "right" thing because I get fearful I will get caught up in another lie/cult. The fact that you disagree but are both so grounded in the Word is so helpful to me to not be fearful of the differences that are not core doctrine.

[adavila]

Loved how you both broke this complicated topic down so amazingly.

[melissazabower]

I like the foggy mountain analogy. I was taught (at Bible college) it's like a 2-sided coin. On one side is God's POV and human POV is on the other. Both are true but we can only see one side at a time. the older I get the more I believe when we believers get to heaven, God will say, "Welcome home. You Methodists were wrong about that, and you Lutherans were wrong about that, and you Baptists were wrong about that, and Melissa, you were way wrong about that! But you're home now." 😀

But I enjoy the discussions in the meantime!

[Bella_Harry]

Such a good video. Just wondered if my understanding is at all biblical. I have always believed that God is sovereign and that he does choose us. However, I have also likened it to me as a parent knowing my child. I absolutely know what colour toy my child will choose out of a number of different options even though I won't be telling them what to pick. So I can fully know the choice without interfering with their free will to choose. I believe that because God knows us deeply, beyond our understanding or experience, he is sovereign and knows what we will choose but can still allow us our freewill. His knowledge of our choices does not remove our ability to choose differently.

[katelynharper]

I’m so glad you guys are so open about not always agreeing but still having a God centered marriage!

[katherinekauffman]

I think Mike Winger talks really well about Arminianism and Calvinism. He does talk about Calvinism more and does disagree with that, but I think he is amazing at representing them well, being incredibly respectful, and explaining why he disagrees with them (though he would not classify himself as an Arminian).

[PolymorphicPenguin]

I was really impressed by how you two didn't demonize either side of the debate. We should definitely love other Christians who disagree with us on these sorts of issues.

[ashleyashfield]

This video shocked me… in the best way possible! The Lord has shown my husband and I the beauty of reformed theology! Also, God’s sovereignty in salvation is unmistakable. Thank you for sharing these beautiful doctrines. My husband and I met in the “Word of Faith” movement. Our 9 year old is named Faith. But now, we see faith biblically (in a way that elevates Jesus). The core of faith is the grace of God at work in our hearts urging us to trust him for initial salvation as well as lifelong sanctification for ourselves, our children and for all those who will believe. What a blessing to be able to trust him for the work which we in and of ourselves are incapable of ever doing. May you be blessed with grace to glorify the one who deserves all praise, glory and adoration!

[carolschafer]

Just because God knows what will happen doesn't mean that He controls our decisions. It is in God's will that EVERYONE is saved but unfortunately we do have a choice in it and many will parish because they didn't choose God.

[RuslanKD]

Now we need a break down of provisionism vs Calvinism 😊

[Jenna]

Love when you guys do a video together. Thank you for explaining this so well.

[hadassah_redeemed]

I believe I'm saved God is in control. I'm not concerned about how it happened. I will just live right and share the gospel and one day when I meet God I will know the truth about it all!

[peanutbutterjellycar]

This was honestly really good. No one really brings this up and is able to keep the intention on God's will like this in the midst of theological differences.
I do come from an Arminian background and my question has always been " If I happen to not be a part of the elect, why wasn't I chosen?"
The way I have had it explained to me is that all are called and that those who respond to God's initiative are then the chosen, the elect. This also points to the scriptures about making your election sure.

[kathy]

Thank you so much for taking the time film this! I leaned a lot about Calvinism. Y'all explained the major differences very well.

[Jennifer_Cruz]

Amen! I love how we can disagree on some things and still be united in Christ! THIS is how the Church should be! When Jesus comes back, He'll be looking for faith not labels. 🙏🏼✝️❤️

[Minikiwii]

Ooh I love this topic! I watched a sermon where the pastor said that both views are biblical, predestination is salvation from God's point of view, and yet from our point of view we have to choose Him too. Romans 9 is one of the chapters that includes both points of view! We can't comprehend from our perspective and human brain how these two are compatible, but they both are in the Bible, so we have to trust God and believe that they're true even if we don't fully understand ❤️

[candicesmith]

I have never heard of Calvinism/Arminianism... but... I don't see how someone could honestly believe God of the Bible purposefully created some to be destined to go to hell. His perfect will is that all be saved, but not all will by their own rejection of God's plan of salvation through the CROSS! Just because God KNOWS some will, and KNOWS other will not, that does not mean He designed it to be that way right from the start. He does not create us to be FORCED to repent. We either do or we don't. He said He is not willing that any perish, even though some will perish by their rejecting Him as Saviour. What scripture do they believe is saying God created certain ones to be destined go to hell? That is like saying these are unsaveable... like the Cross, the Blood was not enough for them. ????

[heathern]

Thank you for explaining this. We went to a non-denominational church and they hired a new youth pastor. About a year later the church split into two since it turns out the youth pastor was teaching Calvinism. The youth pastor started a new church and most of the families with teens followed him. I never really understood what caused the split.