Category Archives: foreknowlege
An Explanation of Simple Foreknowledge
In the book Against Calvinism, Roger Olson asserts that Calvinism damages God’s reputation, and that it (unintentionally) turns God into a moral monster who is hardly distinguishable from the devil. Olson doesn’t argue that Calvinists affirm that God is like … Continue reading
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God and Time
I ran across an interesting article by theologian Jack Cottrell: Understanding God: God and Time The article speculates about God’s relation to time, and the nature and extent of his foreknowledge. Is God timeless (outside of time)? Or does God … Continue reading
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Differences in Calvinism and Arminianism
It is easier to respect the position of someone whom you disagree with if you can understand their motivation. Therefore, it is helpful to identify the foundational differences between Calvinism and Arminianism. God’s Primary Attribute: Calvinists understand God primarily in … Continue reading
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Foreknowledge
Foreknowledge means to have knowledge of something before it happens. In scripture there are are references to God’s foreknowledge of those who will believe in Jesus. Those whom God foreknows, he also elects to be saved. The Greek word – … Continue reading
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