In this sermon, Br. John Parkinson gives an overview of the Election of Theology. He examines the teachings of Augustine, Calvin, Arminius, and Beza and points where they went wrong. He describes what a Syllogism is and explains how the deductive methodology is misused in this area, culminating with the 5-point Calvinist approach, abbreviated as TULIP.
Biblical Election: The Election of Scripture
Br. John Parkinson answers an essential question of what does the Bible mean by Election and Predestination? With the aid of foundational texts, he clarifies common misconceptions about these concepts and gives a straightforward definition for both. He concludes by defining Biblical adoption and clearing up some confusion.