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Conversations in Calvinism
Isaiah 6:9-10 - The Text and Primary Questions
Dan and Turretinfan discussion Isaiah 6:9-10 and how it is quoted in the New Testament. See Isaiah 6:10, Matthew 13:15, Mark 4:12, Luke 8:10, John 12:39-40, and Acts 28:27.
2023-07-04
1h 52
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Word Study of Kosmos (world) with guest Bud
Dan and Turretinfan are joined by Bud to review the word kosmos/world and how it is used in the New Testament.
2023-07-04
2h 00
Conversations in Calvinism
Dan Presents a Positive Case for Unlimited Atonement
Dan and Turretinfan discuss the positive case for unlimited atonement.
2023-07-04
1h 53
Conversations in Calvinism
Word study of the word "world"
Dan and Turretinfan review the biblical usage of kosmos (world)
2023-07-04
1h 46
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Limited Atonement Debate Prep
Dan and Turretinfan discuss limited atonement in preparation for Dan's upcoming debate.
2023-07-04
1h 47
Conversations in Calvinism
Matt Slick's argument for Limited Atonement based on 1 Peter 2:24
Dan reviews Matt Slick's argument for Limited Atonement based on 1 Peter 2:24, which talks about the sin bearer.
2023-07-04
34 min
Conversations in Calvinism
Dan reviews Matt Slick's Limited Atonement debate
Matt Slick debated Sam Shamoun on limited atonement. To prepare for his debate on the subject, Dan reviews Matt's arguments.
2023-07-04
2h 05
Conversations in Calvinism
Propitiation and 1 John 2:2 with Vic Rockhill
Vic Rockhill recently had a debate on 1 John 2:2. He joins Dan and Turretinfan to discuss 1 John 2:2 and propitiation.
2023-06-02
1h 46
Conversations in Calvinism
Follow Up on Free Grace Debate - Galatians apostasy and more
Dan and Turretinfan discuss their debate with Eli and Charles on Free Grace. Specifically, they follow up on the argument that the Galatians stopped believing and remained saved.
2023-06-02
1h 32
Conversations in Calvinism
Isaiah 53 and 54 with Bud
We are joined by special guest Bud to discuss Isaiah 53.
2023-06-02
1h 54
Conversations in Calvinism
Dan and TurretinFan discuss John Owens' argument for Limited Atonement from Christ being a "Surety"
In this episode, continued from a previous episode, Dan and TurretinFan discuss the argument John Owen's "The Death of Death in the Death of Christ," Book III, Chapter III, Argument VI, in which Owen argues that one aspect of the atonement is that if Christ dies "for" someone, Christ dies as a "Sponsor" or "Surety" for that person.
2023-06-02
2h 09
Conversations in Calvinism
Limited Atonement - the double payment argument
Dan and Turretinfan discuss the double payment argument with respect to limited atonement.
2023-06-02
1h 46
Conversations in Calvinism
Does Dan Understand Limited Atonement?
In preparation for his debate in opposing limited atonement, Dan tries to articulate limited atonement and Turretinfan grades him.
2023-06-02
2h 06
Conversations in Calvinism
FreeGrace Debate Prepisode
In this episode, Dan and TurretinFan discuss topics related to Free Grace theology in preparation for a 2 v 2 debate planned on May 20, 2023.
2023-06-02
1h 20
Conversations in Calvinism
John 6 Step by Step
Dan goes over John 6, especially as it relates to total inability to believing in Jesus, step by step.
2023-06-02
1h 12
Conversations in Calvinism
What, if anything, is Semi-Pelagianism? With Dr. Kurt Jaros
Dan is joined by Dr. Kurt Jaros to discuss, what, if anything, semi-Pelagianism is from a historical theology perspective.
2023-06-02
1h 35
Conversations in Calvinism
Responding to Dr. Flowers - with Luke Gowdy
Dan and Luke Gowdy respond to Dr. Leighton Flowers on Provisionism vs Arminianism.
2023-06-02
2h 23
Conversations in Calvinism
Response to Dr. Leighton Flowers and Warren McGrew Total Depravity Debate Review
Dan and Turretinfan respond to Leighton Flowers and Warren McGrew's comments on Dan's total depravity debate with Warren.
2023-05-08
1h 31
Conversations in Calvinism
Review of Dillow (Free Grace) - Tests of Fellowship
Dan and Turretinfan review Chapter 31 of Dillow's "Final Destiny," titled "The Tests of Fellowship"
2023-05-05
1h 30
Conversations in Calvinism
Total Depravity Debate Review with David Louis
David Louis joins to show to review Dan's debate with Warren MgGrew on Total Depravity.
2023-05-05
1h 44
Conversations in Calvinism
Does LFW imply Pelagianism? - Part 3 with Colton Carlson
Dan and Colton discuss arguments that libertarian free will implies Pelagianism.
2023-05-05
1h 37
Conversations in Calvinism
2 Corinthians 3 & 4 and Veiling of the Truth
Dan welcomes David Louis to discuss 2 Corinthians 3 & 4 and Veiling of the Truth. Dan and David planned to discuss why Satan puts a veil on a corpse, as well as whether people turn to the Lord before the veil is taken away.
2023-05-05
1h 15
Conversations in Calvinism
Total Depravity - Continuing the Review of McGrew
In this episode, Dan and TurretinFan continue their review of the opening argument by Warren McGrew in his debate with Matt Slick over at The Gospel Truth.
2023-05-05
1h 30
Conversations in Calvinism
Determinism and Libertarian Free Will with Chris Harris
Dan welcomes Chris Harris to the show and they discuss the coherence of of the compatibilism of determinism and free will. They discuss God's decrees and the compatibilist language in the 1689 London Baptist Confession.
2023-05-05
1h 24
Conversations in Calvinism
Does LFW imply Pelagianism? - Part 2
Dan continues to look at arguments that libertarian free will (Libertarian Free Will) implies Pelagianism.
2023-04-28
1h 01
Conversations in Calvinism
Considering Warren McGrew on Total Depravity vs. Matt Slick
In this episode Dan and TurretinFan discuss Warren McGrew's opening argument from his debate with Matt Slick.
2023-04-28
1h 34
Conversations in Calvinism
Does Libertarian Free Will imply Pelagianism?
Dan and Turretinfan discuss philosophical arguments that libertarian free will implies Pelagianism.
2023-04-28
2h 13
Conversations in Calvinism
Discussion of Ali Bonner's "The Myth of Pelagianism"
In this episode Dan and TurretinFan comment on Ali Bonner's book, "The Myth of Pelagianism." Dr. Bonner is known for her work creating a critical edition of Pelagius' "Letter to Demetrias."
2023-04-28
2h 13
Conversations in Calvinism
Discussing Aspects of Pelagius' Commentary on Romans
In this episode, Dan and TurretinFan discuss the Commentary on Romans that is attributed to Pelagius.
2023-04-24
1h 25
Conversations in Calvinism
Scripture's Sufficiency
Dan and Turretinfan discuss the sufficiency of scripture.
2023-04-24
1h 38
Conversations in Calvinism
Defining Pelagianism and Semi-Pelagianism
Dan discusses the Historic Theology behind defining Pelagianism and Semi-Pelagianism
2023-04-24
1h 16
Conversations in Calvinism
Debate Prep - Total Depravity/review of McGrew vs. Martin part 2
Dan and Turretinfan continue their review of McGrew's opening in his debate with JD Martin on Total Depravity on the Gospel Truth.
2023-04-24
1h 22
Conversations in Calvinism
Debate Prep - Total Depravity/review of McGrew vs. Martin
Dan and Turretinfan review Warren McGrew's opening on total depravity in his debate with JD Martin on The Gospel Truth. Here is a link to the original debate: https://www.youtube.com/live/SFCykbcICq8?feature=share
2023-04-24
1h 13
Conversations in Calvinism
Word study on "save"
Dan and Turretinfan look at "save", "salvation" and "savior" in NT usage.
2023-04-21
1h 16
Conversations in Calvinism
More Justification Word Study
In this episode, Dan and TurretinFan continue their discussion of the word "Justification" as it is found in Scripture.
2023-04-20
1h 31
Conversations in Calvinism
Dan and TurretinFan Discuss Justification (with an eye toward James 2)
In this episode, Dan and TurretinFan discuss the Scripture that speaks of justification, keeping James 2 in mind.
2023-04-18
1h 11
Conversations in Calvinism
James 2 and related Debate Preparation Topics
Dan and TurretinFan discuss various topics in preparation for Dan Chapa's debate on James 2.
2023-04-18
1h 08
Conversations in Calvinism
Re'em vs. Unicorn and Rhinoceros - Debate Follow-up / Look-ahead
Dan and TurretinFan discuss the debate with Nick Sayers conducted March 10/11.
2023-03-13
1h 13
Conversations in Calvinism
Warm up for Unicorn Debate on March 10
In this episode, Dan and TurretinFan discuss the Re'em and its mistranslation as "Unicorn" in the King James Version.
2023-03-13
1h 43
Conversations in Calvinism
James 2 or Unicorns | Debate Preparation
In this episode, Dan and TurretinFan discuss James 2 or possibly unicorns, either way for preparation for upcoming debates.
2023-03-13
1h 02
Conversations in Calvinism
Dispensationalism with Jamie
Dan and Turretinfan are joined by Jamie to discuss dispensationalism.
2023-03-03
1h 47
Conversations in Calvinism
Debate Preparation Video for Limited Atonement Debate with Pastor Anthony Aquino
In this episode, we prepare TurretinFan for his upcoming debate with Pastor Anthony Aquino on the topic of Limited Atonement.
2023-03-03
1h 35
Conversations in Calvinism
Hebrews 3 Warnings
Dan and TurretinFan discuss the warnings found in Hebrews 3
2023-03-03
59 min
Conversations in Calvinism
Dan and TurretinFan discuss Hebrews 2 (warning aspects)
In this episode, Dan and TurretinFan discuss Hebrews 2.
2023-02-20
59 min
Conversations in Calvinism
Eli Haitov Free Grace Debate Follow-up
Turretinfan and Dan discuss Turretinfan's debate with Eli Haitov on Free Grace.
2023-02-13
1h 18
Conversations in Calvinism
Dan and TurretinFan Discuss James 2
In this episode Dan and TurretinFan Discuss James 2
2023-02-13
1h 29
Conversations in Calvinism
Dr. Abasciano on 1 Cor. 12:3 and our Need for Prevenient Grace (Short)
1 Corinthians 12:3 says “no one can say that Jesus is Lord except by the Holy Spirit.” Dr. Brian Abasciano summarizes why 1 Corinthians 12:3 teaches our need for God’s prevenient grace. He gives a quick overview of the context and text and explains why “by the Holy Spirit” is talking about the Holy Spirit’s personal, current and active role. He also explains why the declaration that Jesus is Lord is not limited to Spiritual sign gifts. This video is a summary. The longer discussion can be found here. https://youtu.be/zc7mg8Dm_MU This summary video was shot before Dr. Leight...
2023-02-06
13 min
Conversations in Calvinism
1 Corinthians 12:3 Teaches the Need for Prevenient Grace
This episode is to show that 1 Corinthians 12:3, which says, no one can say that Jesus is Lord except by the Holy Spirit”, teaches our need for prevenient grace. Dan is joined by fellow Arminians - Dr. Brian Abasciano and Luke Gowdy to discuss the text and respond to Dr. Leighton Flowers. Dr. Flower’s video on 1 Corinthians 12:3 can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/live/XlZI040g-S0?feature=share
2023-02-06
2h 08
Conversations in Calvinism
Hebrews Warnings and Not Entering the Promise Land
Dan and Turretinfan explore the connection between the warnings in Hebrews, especially chapters 3 & 4, with the rebellion in the wilderness in Numbers 14.
2023-02-06
59 min
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Total Depravity is Not Brain Damage
With special guest, David Lewis, Dan and TurretinFan discuss Provisionism and total depravity.
2023-02-06
1h 50
Conversations in Calvinism
Response to Derrick Behler on Arminianism vs Provisionism
Derrick P.G. Behler asked some clarifying questions on the difference between Arminianism vs. Provisionism.
2023-02-06
32 min
Conversations in Calvinism
Hebrews Warnings - David Allen
Dan and Turretinfan discuss David Allen's view of the Hebrews warning passages.
2023-01-30
1h 15
Conversations in Calvinism
Provisionism VS Arminianism Follow up discussion
This episode is to go over the discussion on Tim Stratton's channel, Freethinking Ministries, between Leighton Flowers, Brian Abasciano, Dustin and Andrew on the difference between Provisionism and Arminianism on total depravity and prevenient grace. Dan is joined by fellow Arminians - Dr. Brian Abasciano, Andrew and Luke Gowdy. Here's a link to Tim Stratton's original video on Free Thinking Ministries: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-IKYi5q5Jmo&t=6071s
2023-01-30
2h 11
Conversations in Calvinism
John Gill on the Hebrews Warnings
Dan and Turretinfan examine John Gill's commentary on the Hebrews 6 & 10 warnings and especially his test of genuine faith approach.
2023-01-23
1h 49
Conversations in Calvinism
Whedon on Hebrews 6 - Is apostasy without remedy?
Dan and Turretinfan review Daniel Whedon's commentary on Hebrews 6 and especially the impossibility of restoring someone to repentance.
2023-01-23
1h 23
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Dan and TurretinFan Discuss Free Grace in Preparation for Debates etc.
In this episode, Dan and TurretinFan continue their discussion of Eli Haitov's comments from his debate with J.D. Martin.
2023-01-23
1h 25
Conversations in Calvinism
Dan and TurretinFan Discuss - Free Grace (Continued Discussion)
In this episode, Dan and TurretinFan continue their discussion of Eli Haitov's opening presentation on Free Grace from his debate with JD Martin.
2023-01-16
1h 29
Conversations in Calvinism
Debate Review of Salvation Debate | Eli Haitov vs. J.D. Martin
In this episode, Dan and TurretinFan continue their review of Salvation Debate | Free Grace Theology or Lordship Salvation? || Eli Haitov vs. J.D. Martin
2023-01-16
53 min
Conversations in Calvinism
Dan and TurretinFan do Further Debate Review
In this episode Dan and TurretinFan do further debate review/preparation.
2023-01-16
1h 45
Conversations in Calvinism
Dan and TurretinFan Discuss Debate Follow-Up
In this episode, Dan and TurretinFan talk about recent debates, with a focus on TurretinFan's KJV debate.
2023-01-16
1h 43
Conversations in Calvinism
Bob Wilkin, Free Grace and the Parables of the Minas and 10 Talents
In this episode, Dan and Turretinfan continue their review of Bob Wilkin's work on Free Grace Theology. Specifically, we look at Wilkin on the Parables of the Minas in Luke 10 and 10 Talents in Matthew 25.
2023-01-16
1h 40
Conversations in Calvinism
1K Subscribers Special - top 10 moments in Dan/Turretinfan History
In this 1,000 subscribers special episode, Dan and Turretinfan reminisce about how we got here and say thanks to all who listen.
2023-01-16
1h 48
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Dan and TurretinFan Discuss: Free Grace - Perseverance / Free Promises (Debate Preparation)
In this episode, Dan and TurretinFan discuss the topic of "Free Grace - Perseverance / Free Promises " in preparation for Dan's upcoming debate with Joshua Gibbs in January 2023.
2023-01-16
58 min
Conversations in Calvinism
1 Corinthians 3:12-15 and Free Grace
In this episode, Dan and Turretinfan discuss 1 Corinthians 3:12-15, which is a go to text for Free Grace advocates. Specifically, we will look at the expression - If anyone’s work is burned up, it will be lost, but he will be saved; yet it will be like an escape through fire.
2023-01-16
1h 20
Conversations in Calvinism
Review of Determinism Debate - especially Romans 9
In this episode, we discuss Dan's recent debate with C Jay Cox on determinism. We especially get into Romans 9.
2023-01-16
1h 22
Conversations in Calvinism
Philocalia (Origen) - Responding to Ken Wilson
In this episode, I continue my response to Wilson's section on Origen in "Augustine's Conversion"
2022-12-30
23 min
Conversations in Calvinism
Responding to Ken Wilson's Comments on Origen (Part 2)
This is the second in a series of responses to Ken Wilson's comments regarding Origen in his book, "Augustine's Conversion from Traditional Free Choice to 'Non-free Free Will'"
2022-12-30
51 min
Conversations in Calvinism
Ken Wilson and Origen, Part 1
God willing, there will be a multi-part response to Ken Wilson's claims regarding Origen in his book, "Augustine's Conversion" full title: "Augustine's Conversion from Traditional Free Choice to 'Non-free Free Will'"
2022-12-30
35 min
Conversations in Calvinism
Episode 12 - "Origen also corrects an error in the prevailing pagan and heretical beliefs ..."
In this episode, we plan to discuss the following citations provided at page 68 of Ken Wilson's book, "Augustine's Conversion ...": Princ. 3.2.3 P. Arch. 3.1.14 Philoc. 25.2
2022-12-30
1h 01
Conversations in Calvinism
More Debate Preparation for Tonight's Debate
One listener's description: "Just two OSAS arguing about whether you have to be good enough to prove you were OSASSED."
2022-12-30
59 min
Conversations in Calvinism
Thoughts in Preparation for Perseverance Debate
God willing, tomorrow I will debate Charles Jennings on the topic of Perseverance. In this episode, I discuss some of the issues.
2022-12-30
1h 33
Conversations in Calvinism
Episode 11 - "In context, Origen refutes the idea that foreknowledge is a causative ..." (pp. 67-68)
In this episode, we continue our evaluation of Chapter 3, Section A of Ken Wilson's book, "Augustine's Conversion ....."
2022-12-30
1h 24
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"Scheck concludes without warrant ... Quite the contrary" - Response to Ken Wilson
In this episode we consider the material bridging pp. 66-67 of Dr. Wilson's book, "Augustine's Conversion ...." It's a natural continuation from Episode 6, since we now look in more detail at Origen's Commentary on Romans, Book 4, Chapter 5, sections 1 and 3. We will also briefly consider Scheck's comments.
2022-12-28
1h 06
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Origen Contra Unilateral Divine Infusion? - Response to Ken Wilson
In this episode, we explore Dr. Wilson's characterization: "He admits some persons do relegate individual good behavior to unilateral divine infusion into the human 'will' -- the heretics who destroy free choice (P. Arch.3.1.5)"
2022-12-28
29 min
Conversations in Calvinism
"Higher honor and rewards (payment)" Ken Wilson on Origen
In this episode, we examine Ken Wilson's analysis of Origen with respect to his claims regarding how Christians can earn higher honor and rewards (payment)
2022-12-28
39 min
Conversations in Calvinism
"Grace vs. Rewards"? Origen - Commentary on Romans - Book IV - Chapter 4 and 5 -
In this episode Dan and TurretinFan consider Origen's comments on Romans and more particular KW's claim: "Origen distinguishes grace from rewards. Christians earn rewards through their own efforts by availing themselves of God's grace, while grace itself (not good works or faith) is God's gift (Comm. Rom.4.4-5)." Kenneth Wilson, Augustine's Conversion ... , p. 66.
2022-12-28
1h 30
Conversations in Calvinism
Discussing Arminius vs. Perkins - Part 2
In this episode, Dan and Turretin Fan continue their discussion of the dispute between Arminius and Perkins.
2022-12-28
1h 39
Conversations in Calvinism
"Grace as a Merit"? Examining Wilson's Characterization of Origen
In this episode, we examine a few more sentence of Ken Wilson's book, "Augustine's Conversion ...." This about the third episode or so on page 66 of his book.
2022-12-27
42 min
Conversations in Calvinism
Arminius vs Perkins Debate Review
Less than 500 years later (we're nothing if not timely), Dan and TurretinFan discuss the disagreement between Arminius and Perkins
2022-12-27
1h 03
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Mere Calvinism - Jim Orrick on the heart transplant
Dan and Turretinfan discuss Prof. Orrick's book on Ezekiel 36:25-27 and the heart transplant.
2022-12-27
1h 23
Conversations in Calvinism
"Saturates His Writings"? Continued Response to Ken Wilson regarding Origen
This episode continues Turretinfan's Response to Ken Wilson's section on Origen in "Augustine's Conversion from Traditional Free Choice to 'Non-free Free Will'" (p. 66)
2022-12-27
1h 15
Conversations in Calvinism
Philocalia (Origen) - Responding to Ken Wilson
In this episode, I continue my response to Wilson's section on Origen in "Augustine's Conversion"
2022-12-27
23 min
Conversations in Calvinism
Hebraism in Ephesians 1:11?
ἐκληρώθημεν (eklerothemen) in Ephesians 1:11 means obtain an inheritance, but comes from a word related to casting lots. Dan and Turretin Fan discuss this topic. (briefly)
2022-12-27
29 min
Conversations in Calvinism
Dan and TurretinFan Discuss Ephesians 1:4 and "Mere Calvinism" by Orrick
In this episode of Conversations in Calvinism, Dan and TurretinFan Discuss Ephesians 1:4 and "Mere Calvinism" by Orrick
2022-12-27
1h 07
Conversations in Calvinism
Do Romans 11:36 or Acts 17:28 imply determinism?
Turretinfan and I discussed “for from him and through him and to him are all things” from Romans 11:36 and “In him we live and move and have our being” from Acts 17:28. I argued that God’s creation and providence, including permission and concurrence, were sufficient to understand these text. Turretinfan disconcurred and viewed concurrence as an evasion of Paul’s language, which he took to be God’s causal sufficiency for all things. We had an interesting exchange as to whether the “in” from Acts 17:28 was about location and therefore God’s omnipresence or instrumentality and therefore God’s causality.
2021-08-07
1h 10
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In Proverbs 16:4, what is the day of trouble?
Turretinfan and I disconcurred on God’s creating the wicked for the day of trouble is God’s reprobation of individuals to hell or God’s arranging disasters like Job’s or like wicked nations attacking Israel. We discussed the KJV on Proverbs 16:1, which seems to indicate God forms plans within man’s heart by saying “the preparation of the heart in man…is from the Lord” compared to the ESV which seems to indicate men make their own plans by saying “the plans of the heart belong to man”. We concurred that Proverbs 16:4 seems to imply God has a pre-creation plan fo...
2021-08-07
1h 05
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Does “called” in 1 Corinthians 1:24 refer to an effectual call?
In this episode, we concurred that “predestination”, in 1 Corinthians 2:7 refers to Christ, the cross and plan of salvation. We disconcurred that 1 Corinthians 1:24 refers to an effectual call. We concurred that “called” means more than just invited, like in the phrase “many are called but few are chosen”, because “called”, in 1 Corinthians seems exclusive to believers. We disconcurred that “called” has a group aspect as it seems to have in 1 Corinthians 1:9’s expression “called into the fellowship of His Son”. We disconcurred that the usage kletos in 1 Cor. 1:24 could mean convocation or assembly as it does in the Septuagint for Exodus 12:16 or Leviticus...
2021-06-29
1h 17
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What is God’s Natural Knowledge?
This episode was about God’s middle knowledge, rather than a specific verse, although we did discuss Exodus 3:19, Deuteronomy 7:3-4 and 1 Kings 11:2, 9. Our primary point of disconcurrance was, if theistic causal determinism is true, and assuming God creates us and sets up the laws of nature such that secondary causes like our “strongest desires” or our “motives” determine our will in an analogous way to physical force like a rock breaking glass, would God’s knowledge of our voluntary actions in counterfactual circumstances be part of God’s natural knowledge? We also discussed Irenaeus’ comments that God knew Pharaoh wouldn’t believe...
2021-06-10
1h 46
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Does the predestination of the crucifixion teach determinism?
In this episode we discussed predestination in Acts 2:23, 3:18-20 and 4:28. Our main points of disconcurrence were on if 1) Christ death was predestined or both His death and the sinful acts involved, 2) if both is predestination the same as predetermined and 3) if so, does the predetermination of some things imply everything is predetermined?
2021-05-29
1h 32
Conversations in Calvinism
Does Ephesians 1:11 teach exhaustive determinism?
In this episode, we briefly discussed the Belgic Confession Article 24, which seems to teach faith precedes regeneration. Then we continued our discussion on Ephesians 1, focusing on the predestination language in Ephesians 1:11. We went overview of Arminian views on predestination (differences in the object of predestination (foreknowledge based or corporate) and differences in how predestination works (middle knowledge, will setting…). Then we started word studies on the NT usage of destine and predestination. We disconcurred on: 1) does God predestine who will believe, 2) does God predestine everything, and 3) is predestination the same as determinism?
2021-05-12
1h 29
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Ephesians 1:4-5 - What does God chose us in Christ mean?
We all agree God chose us in Christ, but what does that mean? Can a choice be neither unconditional nor random? Who is the 'us' given it was before creation? Is 'in Christ" used in reference to union with Christ or instrumentality? How can we be in Christ and then chosen to be holy? Dan and Turretinfan disconcur on these questions and more in this episode covering Ephesians 1:4-5.
2021-04-08
1h 31
Conversations in Calvinism
Is Regeneration before faith?
What do you get when a Reformed Baptist (our guest Robert Wiesner) discusses the order of faith and regeneration and its relation to baptism with an Arminian Baptist (Dan) and a Reformed Presbyterian (Turretinfan)? Disconcurance all around! The Baptists disagreed with the Presbyterian on infant Baptism, seeing Baptism as an expression of faith. We all agreed that man is totally depraved and needs grace, but what does that grace look like? Robert and Dan disagreed with Turretinfan that regeneration precedes faith. The Robert and Turretinfan disagreed with Dan that grace is resistible, instead seeing an effectual call. There was som...
2021-03-14
1h 46
Conversations in Calvinism
2 Peter 3:9 - Must the Church Turn or Burn?
In this episode, with our guest, David Louis, we discussed 2 Peter 3:9 – God is longsuffering towards you, not willing that any should perish, but all should come to repentance. We disconcurred that the "you" is the church Peter wrote to or the elect, including those not yet born. We disconcurred that the church needs to repent or perish. We disconcurred on if the phase “not willing that any should perish” is a general rule applied to this situation or if it should be restricted to the "you" Peter addresses. We disconcurred that God's long-suffering could include those who end up perishin...
2021-03-14
1h 56
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Ephesians 2 - How do we avoid credit for salvation?
We briefly revisited last episode and covered David Lewis's comments on John 6:46. Then we launched into Ephesians 2, where we agreed that the passage teaches total depravity, likely refers to original sin in verse 3 and that, while the grammar of verse 8 doesn't say faith is a gift, faith is in general a gift. We briefly touched on whether 'dead' implies a requirement for pre-faith regeneration and disconcurred of the implications of being made alive "in Christ". We disconcurred if we can reject the gift of faith or not. We agreed that salvation is by grace but disconcurred on how to av...
2021-02-24
1h 25
Conversations in Calvinism
Does John 6 teach irresistible grace?
Turretinfan and I discussed John 6. We agreed that John 6:44 teaches not just the lack of opportunity, but the natural inability to believe the gospel (i.e. total inability). We disconcurred that drawing or the Father’s teaching were effectual (John 6:44-45), and that faith rather than enablement is the gift of God in John 6:65 and that the giving of some to the Father is based in eternal election or in prior reception to the Father’s teaching through Moses and other means.
2021-02-11
1h 10
Conversations in Calvinism
Does John 10:26 Teach Unconditional Election/Irresistible Grace?
Turretinfan and I discussed John 10:26: “you do not believe because you are not my sheep”. I mapped out various non-Calvinist explanations, including, “faithful Jews”, inclusivism, and prevenient grace and then defend the prevenient grace view. The main points of disconcurrance were: 1) are sheep considered as “the elect” or rather does sheep being predisposed to follow make election irrelevant, 2) can sheep be considered as the elect, given they sometimes ignore Christ and follow false teachers before conversion, 3) is saying you are not my sheep a rebuke, 4) do verses 37-38 indicate some people resist the Father preparing them to believe the Son? We agreed...
2021-01-29
1h 47
Conversations in Calvinism
John 3:16 For God so loved the world
The main points of disconcurrance were “whosover”, “world” and the lifting up of the bronze serpent. Regarding “whoever”, the disconcurrance was if it’s indefinite and a general offer of salvation to everyone, or not. Here we touch on James White’s rendering of “all the believing ones” compared to Bill Mounce’s article on “indefinite construction”. The most important disconcurrance was over the meaning of “world”. Regarding “world”, the disconcurrance was how world relates to people and if world includes non-elect people, such as the “light rejectors” in John 3:19. Regarding the “lifting up of the bronze serpent and the Son of Man, the disconcurrance was if the...
2021-01-18
1h 38
Conversations in Calvinism
1 Timothy 2:4-6 Who will have all men to be saved
Dan (Arminian) and Turretinfan (Calvinist) briefly review Dan's discussion with Leighton Flowers, then dig in to 1 Timothy 2:4:6. The main points of discucurrance were talking "all men" to mean everyone or not, does Christ's being the Mediator and ransom guarantee effectual mediation and freedom or not, should we pray for everyone and is the reference to testification related to preaching the gospel to everyone?
2021-01-18
1h 38
Conversations in Calvinism
1 Timothy 4:10 - Especially those that Believe
Dan (Arminian) and Turretinfan (Calvinist) discuss 1 Tim 4:10, and briefly answer a question from the David Pallmann/Derick Murrell debate regarding foreknowledge and the atonement. The main points of disconcurrance on 1 Tim 4:10 were the meaning of "savior" and "especially".
2021-01-07
1h 44
Conversations in Calvinism
Does 1 John 2:2 Teach Unlimited Atonement?
Dan (Arminian) and Turretinfan (Calvinist) discuss 1 John 2:2 and unlimited atonement.
2021-01-01
2h 12