Striving For Unity, Holding Your Views: Calvinism Vs. Arminianism

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Episode Title:Calvinism vs. Arminianism
Series: Striving for Unity, Holding Your Views

In this episode, we step into one of the most defining conversations in Christian theology: Calvinism and Arminianism. We’re exploring how regardless of our views, we can navigate this conversation with both conviction and grace.

You’ll hear a simple breakdown of each perspective: Calvinism’s focus on God’s sovereignty and grace, and Arminianism’s emphasis on human responsibility and choice. We’ll look briefly at their historical roots in John Calvin and Jacobus Arminius, and how they each approach key passages like Romans 9 and Philippians 2:12.

But this isn’t just about doctrine. It’s about discipleship, the Great Commission and the Kingdom of God. How can we seek understanding, listen well, and love others even when we disagree? What does humility look like when the topic is complex and decidedly personal?

We’ll close by remembering that while believers may differ on how God’s saving work unfolds, we share the same Gospel: salvation by grace through faith in Christ alone. We are living for the same God, and the same Gospel.

These debates matter, but they’re secondary to the greater call; to love God, love others, and live out the unity Jesus prayed for in John 17:20.

Let’s walk through this conversation with humility and a thirst for the glory of God and His righteousness.

Quick Links:
Calvinism 5 Points and Arminianism Explained

My View

Why We Do Bible Study On Established In The Truth

How Does The Gospel Compel Us To Love?

Calvinism Resources:

Desiring God on Calvinism   Calvinism DEEP DIVE

TULIP by Reformation Bible College 

Arminianism Resources

Got Questions on Arminianism    Got Questions on Prevenient Grace

A Look At The Original View

Understanding Both Sides

Easy Side By S

We hope this episode helps to equip both your view, and how you serve the Lord with it.

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Chapters

• 0:51 Series Intro
• 2:39 Why Understanding Calvinism and Arminianism Matters For You As A Christian
• 4:47 Calvinism
• 9:06 Arminianism
• 15:16 Common Ground
• 16:17 My View
• 17:30 Revival After Charlie Kirk, Reality of Unity
• 18:42 The Change of Limited Atonement and Why
• 20:00 Why We Do Bible Study Often On Established In The Truth
• 20:42 Looking at Romans 9 and Philippians 2
• 27:34 Philippians 2:12
• 32:10 1 Timothy 2
• 37:15 Unhealthy, Unbiblically Extremes On Both Sides
• 38:13 Hyper Calvinist Churches
• 38:17 Does God Love Everyone?
• 39:07 Arminian Churches
• 40:42 You Made It! How Does The Gospel Compel Us?
• 41:23 What If I Don’t Pick a Side in the Election/Predestination Debate?
• 41:50 Should We Debate?
• 43:47 Calvinists' Urge to Correct Arminians and Vice Versa
• 48:24 Striving and Living Out Unity Between Calvinists and Arminians
• 50:05 Denominations, Their Beliefs and How They Help Unity
• 51:35 Choosing a Church Based on Your Convictions
• 51:48 Is That Groupthink? An Echo Chamber?
• 52:29 My Arminian Friend
• 53:12 My Pastor
• 56:41 The Power of Jesus Prayer in John 17 for Unity