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I didn't predict you would run, I predicted you would not be able to support your accusation and apparently I'm right. Huh, you mean the twist that I'm an Arminian and disagree with Calvinists on certain points of doctrine, but not others? Shocking. The motive to defend my views and debate...

I wouldn't call it 'abhorrent,' I just think it is incorrect. I think some take my persistence and detail in debating subjects as being a passionate hatred for the opponent and his beliefs, but that just simply is not the case. As I've testified numerous times: My best friend (who I'm helping...

I think the more realistic fear is the concern over a single man not being about to handle his marital "desires." I know because I've talked to serval churches who rule out single men, not because of this verse, but because of this concern. Not saying I agree with it, but it is a reality.

It might give less concern about the outward results of preaching for a Calvinist, but I don't believe it affects the boldness of the preacher. At least that is my experience.

Both of our "camps" admit that the natural man must become the new man through the use of means. You believe those means to be IRRESISTIBLE and I don't. That is really the only difference yet you refuse to address that point and continue to dismiss it a "peripheral issue."

If you mean it in the way it appears, yes.

I challenge you to find one quote from me that even suggests that I believe man is the initiator in our salvation. Just one quote. I suspect this challenge will be ignored. You still don't understand the argument of the OP. Please try to understand. Obviously, when someone asked me how I...

Right, it produces the potential for life because faith is the means through which we are made alive. Faith comes by hearing. Believe and you will live! Your faith has healed you! So, the gospel is the means of faith and faith is the means to new life.

What about Thomas? Was the effectual regenerative work just not sufficient for him that HE CHOSE to demand to SEE with his own eyes for him to believe? Isn't being wealthy or unwise a quality or lack thereof? How can you call this Unconditional election? It's foolish to those who are...

From what I remember in previous discussions, you and I agree on this particular point of view.

I guess it could apply to both in some respects. :laugh: If you're not one who attempts to argue that God determines all things by pointing to special and unique events such as Calvary and the inspiration of scripture as proofs, then this thread is not for you. :thumbs: I do believe God...

Not at all, I welcome being shown where I've made a logical fallacy, that is a valid point in a debate. But, I will hold you to proving that accusation by the standards set by the common rules and definitions of each given fallacy. I wouldn't be a very good debater otherwise. :) 1. I don't...

Amen. Praise God for that! I feel like you are attempting to make some kind of a point with this statement? I believe God still heals and works miracles, if that is what you are attempting to address???

You should find all the answers you need HERE>>> Let me know if you have questions.

Right, it's a response to God's good nature in which, by his Spirit, he calls all men everywhere to be reconciled to Him. Nothing in the human nature prevents that response because the Spirit of truth which brings us the Powerful life-giving Gospel appeal is stronger than the nature of fallen...

I'm referring to Paul's response to those who disagree with him over disputable matters. He responds to those who don't eat meat in the same manner I would choose to respond to you regarding this matter if we were in the same church so as to keep the peace and not cause anyone to stumble.

Ok, we'll use your statement. If Calvinism's system were applied then my "seeing the light" would be incumbent upon God to effectually make me to see it, thus the point of mentioning how "hard" it is for me to see the light would be irrelevant, because it would be just as "hard" for anyone to...

If they are still lashing out and fighting instead of humbling asking for assistance then they are not at "rock bottom" IMO. When dealing with mental health issues these rules may not apply because each situation is very unique and I don't know there is one good answer to problem...

So, if you were to say, "Skandal is hard to rebut because he is so smart," it wouldn't in anyway suggest that you thought it was harder to rebut my posts than others? And I know that is what you are thinking. ;) So, by that statement I guess you don't believe election is quite so unconditional...

Oh, I have an idea. Instead of spending so much time analyzing, criticizing, demeaning and ridiculing me when I present well known and vetted arguments that have been presented by much smarter people than any of us over the decades, why don't you spend that time in study of God's word and come...