Anti-Calvinism Links
This is the last half of the post "What's The Best Way To Make People Agree With Your Calvinist Views." But I put it here in its own post so that it's easier to find.
These are some links to posts which are against Calvinism, the belief that the Bible teaches God has predetermined from the beginning of time who goes to heaven and who goes to hell. It's no secret from my writing that I strongly disagree with this view. I believe the Bible clearly teaches that God offers us all salvation, that Jesus's death paid for everyone's sins, and that we have to decide if we will accept Him or reject Him. And here is some of what others have to say about Calvinism:
(FYI, I haven't read everything in all of these yet and I don't necessarily agree with every point they make, but I needed to link to them before I lost them online. And for the record, I came to my belief about what the Bible says by reading the Bible, not extra-biblical books or articles. And after I came to my conclusion that Calvinism is most definitely NOT biblical, I researched online to find others who believe the same thing and their reasons for believing it. I do not want to be accused of letting another person's writings influence my beliefs. I stand on the Bible alone!)
Hoppers Crossing Christian Church (click here for blog link)
"Reflections of a Calvinist 'Unelect'"
"My Journey Into Calvinism"
"Why I Disagree With All 5 Points Of Calvinism"
"Is Calvinism Biblical?"
120 Contradictions from Calvinists
What's Wrong With 5-Point Calvinism?
Why Is Calvinism So Dangerous? and If Calvinism is true, then God is a liar! and Links To My Anti-Calvinism Posts (my posts)
John Calvin Exposed! (While this is a little harsh, there's some stuff worth considering and researching more. For the record, he says things in other posts I do not like or agree with. So I am only looking at what he says here, about this issue.)
Three Words That Trip Theologians
Errors of Calvinism (This person doesn't hold back, says exactly what they're thinking. Love it. Cracks me up. But it can be a little harsh.)
Calvinism: The Greatest God-Sent Delusion of All Time (Yee-oww, this is a long read. But it is well-worth it to sit down, take your time, and read thoughtfully. And he uses a lot of sarcasm, so you have to read carefully to understand what he's really trying to say.)
Calvinism is Antichrist, Doctrines of Devils (I like this person's bluntness and forthrightness. And while I agree that Calvinism is unscriptural, I wouldn't go so far as to say all Calvinists are going to hell. Only God knows our heart and can judge our faith. I think many general Calvinists are good, godly, well-intentioned people who are just trying to live their faith as best they've been taught by dogmatic Calvinist preachers, but they are not aware that they are being force-fed a false view of the Gospel. They don't know to question it. They're faith in Jesus is solid and real, but they haven't thought too deeply about the nonsense they've been told is "truth" or the implications of a Calvinist God. Because if they did, they would be horrified.)
Some MUST-WATCH VIDEOS:
A look at Calvin and today's Calvinists: What would they have done if they'd been there? from Discerning the World. Interesting! Very interesting! Watch it. It makes me sick to my stomach.
A 4-minute video - Hitler & Calvinism. Brilliant and gutsy!
And you can find some links to a few more great videos in this post.
MY RESEARCH:
Here is my own research/opinions on this issue, the posts about it on this blog. Or you can click on the "predestination" label to find them, or start with this post and follow the links at the bottom through the predestination series. (There are more, newer links in this post: Links to My Anti-Calvinism Posts.)
[But before you read, I would challenge any strong Calvinists to do what I did when I was researching this issue: Ask yourself if you really want to know the truth, even if it means finding out you've been wrong all this time. Take the time to really consider if you are willing to find out you might be wrong, or if there's any pride in you that would prevent you from letting God open your eyes to the truth.
If you are not willing to find out you might be wrong - if you are bristling at this idea and already coming up with all sorts of arguments to "prove" you are right - then there's no point in reading anything I write because you are already set in your views and your pride. But if you are willing to see the truth whatever the cost, then ask God in prayer to open your eyes to His truth, even if it means showing you that you are wrong.
It's amazing how much sense Scripture makes and how consistent the Bible is and how consistent God's character is when you get rid of Calvinism and predestination.]
Here are my posts on this issue, in order:
Here are a bunch more posts I wrote:
These are some links to posts which are against Calvinism, the belief that the Bible teaches God has predetermined from the beginning of time who goes to heaven and who goes to hell. It's no secret from my writing that I strongly disagree with this view. I believe the Bible clearly teaches that God offers us all salvation, that Jesus's death paid for everyone's sins, and that we have to decide if we will accept Him or reject Him. And here is some of what others have to say about Calvinism:
(FYI, I haven't read everything in all of these yet and I don't necessarily agree with every point they make, but I needed to link to them before I lost them online. And for the record, I came to my belief about what the Bible says by reading the Bible, not extra-biblical books or articles. And after I came to my conclusion that Calvinism is most definitely NOT biblical, I researched online to find others who believe the same thing and their reasons for believing it. I do not want to be accused of letting another person's writings influence my beliefs. I stand on the Bible alone!)
Soteriology 101 (If you are going to check out only one, check this one out. It's written by a former 5-point Calvinist, Leighton Flowers. He does a great job breaking Calvinism down, calling out its errors, contradictions and illogicalness, and how it misunderstands the Bible and God. Here's the Facebook page and YouTube channel.)
Beyond the Fundamentals (I have some concerns about him, though. So be discerning.)
Beyond the Fundamentals (I have some concerns about him, though. So be discerning.)
Hoppers Crossing Christian Church (click here for blog link)
Idol Killer - Here is his YouTube channel. (FYI: In his Statement of Faith, it sounds like The Idol Killer believes we can lose our salvation. I do not agree that true Christians can lose their salvation.)
Also see these : Alana L.... Living Christian... Great Light Studios... Faith on Fire
The Bible vs. Calvinism: An Overview by Patrick Myers (one of the best overviews to read about Calvinism and its errors)
Andy Woods Ministries, YouTube series: Neo-Calvinism vs. The Bible
I haven't read this PDF file yet, but it looks like it has a lot of information that would be helpful, from Richard Coords at Examining Calvinism: Calvinism Answered Verse by Verse, Subject by Subject
"My Journey Into Calvinism"
"Why I Disagree With All 5 Points Of Calvinism"
"Is Calvinism Biblical?"
120 Contradictions from Calvinists
What's Wrong With 5-Point Calvinism?
Why Is Calvinism So Dangerous? and If Calvinism is true, then God is a liar! and Links To My Anti-Calvinism Posts (my posts)
John Calvin Exposed! (While this is a little harsh, there's some stuff worth considering and researching more. For the record, he says things in other posts I do not like or agree with. So I am only looking at what he says here, about this issue.)
Three Words That Trip Theologians
Errors of Calvinism (This person doesn't hold back, says exactly what they're thinking. Love it. Cracks me up. But it can be a little harsh.)
Calvinism: The Greatest God-Sent Delusion of All Time (Yee-oww, this is a long read. But it is well-worth it to sit down, take your time, and read thoughtfully. And he uses a lot of sarcasm, so you have to read carefully to understand what he's really trying to say.)
Calvinism is Antichrist, Doctrines of Devils (I like this person's bluntness and forthrightness. And while I agree that Calvinism is unscriptural, I wouldn't go so far as to say all Calvinists are going to hell. Only God knows our heart and can judge our faith. I think many general Calvinists are good, godly, well-intentioned people who are just trying to live their faith as best they've been taught by dogmatic Calvinist preachers, but they are not aware that they are being force-fed a false view of the Gospel. They don't know to question it. They're faith in Jesus is solid and real, but they haven't thought too deeply about the nonsense they've been told is "truth" or the implications of a Calvinist God. Because if they did, they would be horrified.)
Some MUST-WATCH VIDEOS:
A look at Calvin and today's Calvinists: What would they have done if they'd been there? from Discerning the World. Interesting! Very interesting! Watch it. It makes me sick to my stomach.
A 4-minute video - Hitler & Calvinism. Brilliant and gutsy!
And here is a great 6-minute "satire" video we just found: "The Candid Calvinist", giving you a good idea of what Calvinists say vs. what they really mean.
And you can find some links to a few more great videos in this post.
Here's a PDF file of hundreds of pages against Calvinism, which includes "My Journey Into Calvinism."
MY RESEARCH:
Here is my own research/opinions on this issue, the posts about it on this blog. Or you can click on the "predestination" label to find them, or start with this post and follow the links at the bottom through the predestination series. (There are more, newer links in this post: Links to My Anti-Calvinism Posts.)
[But before you read, I would challenge any strong Calvinists to do what I did when I was researching this issue: Ask yourself if you really want to know the truth, even if it means finding out you've been wrong all this time. Take the time to really consider if you are willing to find out you might be wrong, or if there's any pride in you that would prevent you from letting God open your eyes to the truth.
If you are not willing to find out you might be wrong - if you are bristling at this idea and already coming up with all sorts of arguments to "prove" you are right - then there's no point in reading anything I write because you are already set in your views and your pride. But if you are willing to see the truth whatever the cost, then ask God in prayer to open your eyes to His truth, even if it means showing you that you are wrong.
It's amazing how much sense Scripture makes and how consistent the Bible is and how consistent God's character is when you get rid of Calvinism and predestination.]
Here are my posts on this issue, in order:
And these are the four really big posts that I got all of the above posts from:
Here are a bunch more posts I wrote:
How to tell if a Church, Pastor, or Website is Calvinist (extended version) and the (simplified version)
We Left Our Church Because of Calvinism (Things My Calvinist Pastor Said) (Also, I broke this long post up into smaller ones, and you can find links to those posts here)
The "Calvinist Hogwash" series (quotes from Calvinists)
And my comments on the "But predestination!" sermons: 1-4 (election) and 5-6 (Romans and sovereignty) and 7-9 (depravity, Book of Life, predestine) and 10-11 (shaming tactics, Feb. 2015) and 12-14 (dead, regeneration, born again) and 15 (total depravity, manipulation) and 16 (God's Will, babies, evil/suffering)
As evil as it gets: Calvinism on babies and the unreached (a.k.a Snippets to ponder, part 4, #20-21)
Here are some posts where I examine what Calvinist themselves say and expose what they really mean:
"Sin Nature, Free Will, and Foreknowledge"
"Sin, Abuse, and God's 'Sovereignty'"
"Born Again, then the Gospel, then Faith?"
"Calvi-god, Calvi-Jesus, and Calvi-faith"
"Causing Evil isn't sin for God"
"My Comment about Sin and God's Will"
"I love my grandchild, but God might not"
"My Comment about the order of 'Born again, Hear the gospel, Have faith'"
Some satire:
Calvinist Researchers Complete Development Of Elect Detector
Calvinist Health Insurance Company Declares All Conditions Pre-Existing
Calvinist Church Adds Taylor Swift's "Look What You Made Me Do" To Worship Rotation
Calvinist Comes Forward During Altar Call To Correct Pastor's Theology
Calvinist Dog Corrects Owner: "No One Is A Good Boy"
Calvinist Utterly Paralyzed By Number Of Choices on Coca-Cola Freestyle Machine
Calvinist Hymnal Released
Local Calvinist Suspicious Of Any Sermon Mentioning God's Love
Unconfirmed: Calvinist Laughs At Joke
San Diego Zoo Opens Cage-Stage Calvinist Exhibit To Public
FDA Approves Ritalin To Treat Hyper-Calvinism
Santa Claus Converts To Calvinism, Moves Everybody To Naughty List
Man Casually Mentions He "Chose Jesus," Calvinist Pops Out Of Nowhere To Argue With Him
Local Calvinist's Sense Of Superiority Visible From Space
New Calvinist "Choose You Own Adventure Book" Lets You Choose From One Possible Ending
Calvinist Researchers Complete Development Of Elect Detector
Calvinist Health Insurance Company Declares All Conditions Pre-Existing
Calvinist Church Adds Taylor Swift's "Look What You Made Me Do" To Worship Rotation
Calvinist Comes Forward During Altar Call To Correct Pastor's Theology
Calvinist Dog Corrects Owner: "No One Is A Good Boy"
Calvinist Utterly Paralyzed By Number Of Choices on Coca-Cola Freestyle Machine
Calvinist Hymnal Released
Local Calvinist Suspicious Of Any Sermon Mentioning God's Love
Unconfirmed: Calvinist Laughs At Joke
San Diego Zoo Opens Cage-Stage Calvinist Exhibit To Public
FDA Approves Ritalin To Treat Hyper-Calvinism
Santa Claus Converts To Calvinism, Moves Everybody To Naughty List
Man Casually Mentions He "Chose Jesus," Calvinist Pops Out Of Nowhere To Argue With Him
Local Calvinist's Sense Of Superiority Visible From Space
New Calvinist "Choose You Own Adventure Book" Lets You Choose From One Possible Ending
It's comforting to know I'm not the only one who sees things the way I do, who believes that when Jesus said He died for all, He means He died for all. Calvinists can be so forceful and vocal and manipulative and condescending that you can begin to feel like there's something wrong with you - like you're a "bad Christian," a "stupid Christian" - for not agreeing with them. But take heart! You're not alone. I'll be bad and stupid with you! :)
And keep digging for the Truth of what the Bible says. When you finally do understand what it really says, it all makes sense. Unlike predestination.
And keep digging for the Truth of what the Bible says. When you finally do understand what it really says, it all makes sense. Unlike predestination.
