Why I Am Not an Arminian
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Overview
What’s wrong with Arminianism?
Arminian theology is sweeping through the evangelical churches of North America. While most Arminians are good, sincere, orthodox Christians, authors Robert A. Peterson and Michael D. Williams contend that aspects of Arminian thought are troubling both biblically and theologically. In particular, they argue, Arminians have too lofty a view of human nature and an inadequate understanding of God’s sovereign love in Christ.
Why I Am Not an Arminian explores the biblical, theological and historical background to the Calvinist-Arminian debate. The irenic nature and keen insight of this book will be appreciated by laypeople, pastors and scholars alike.
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- Addresses common questions and objections
- Explores the biblical, theological and historical background to the Calvinist-Arminian debate
- Helpful for laypeople, pastors and scholars
- 1. Introduction
- 2. Augustine and Pelagius
- 3. Predestination: Conditional or Unconditional?
- 4. Perseverance: Uncertain or Certain?
- 5. Arminius and the Synod of Dort
- 6. Freedom: Incompatibilist or Compatibilist?
- 7. Inability: Hypothetical or Actual?
- 8. Grace: Resistible or Irresistible?
- 9. Atonement: Governmental or Substitutionary?
Peterson and Williams do not fall prey to a rant against Arminianism. Their work displays an irenicism and charity that serves as a model for other authors. Even Calvinists may disagree with some of their arguments, but at the end of the day Peterson and Williams demonstrate that Calvinism is biblically grounded and Arminianism is not. This book is ideal for those who wonder what the debate between Calvinists and Arminians is all about.
—Thomas R. Schreiner, Professor of New Testament, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
I can hardly say enough in praise of this book. It is not flashy, but it is attractive. It models both clarity and charity. It does not fixate on pet Bible verses but covers seminal discussions in church history. At the same time it is Bible-centered in its presentation; it does not simply rehearse partisan opinions. In a new millennium, the church is looking for new direction. I believe Peterson and Williams offer it with this corrective but positive exposition of the faith. They promote church unity, aid clear thinking and set forth divine teaching in constructive dialogue with human preference. Arminians, Calvinists and everyone in between are in the authors’ debt.
—Robert Yarbrough, Associate Professor of New Testament and New Testament Department Chair, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School
Peterson and Williams write with a grace which goes far deeper than their commendable style. The authors’ Arminian conversants are fairly represented from their best literature and answered with impeccable arguments which are scripturally compelling, philosophically and historically exacting, and gracefully irenic. Why I Am Not an Arminian is a book that you can get your head and your heart around--and be graced!
—R. Kent Hughes, Pastor, College Church in Wheaton, Wheaton, Illinois
- Title: Why I Am Not an Arminian
- Authors: Robert A. Peterson, Michael Williams
- Publisher: IVP
- Print Publication Date: 2004
- Logos Release Date: 2023
- Pages: 224
- Era: era:contemporary
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Logos Reader Edition
- Subject: Arminianism
- ISBNs: 0830832483, 9780830832484
- Resource ID: LLS:WHYMNTNRMNN
- Resource Type: Monograph
- Metadata Last Updated: 2023-12-28T18:00:23Z
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