Write a 3-page paper clarifying what each of these groups believe, making sure to address the points. Evaluate strengths and weaknesses of each.

Clarify the distinctives of Arminianism and Calvinism.

Instructions

Calvinism and Arminianism are two major competing theologies as it relates to understanding the doctrine of salvation. Calvinistic theology describes the theological views of John Calvin and is often synonymous with Calvinism and the reformed faith. Arminian theology describes the theological views of Jacobus Arminius (1560-1609). Due to the sincere and deeply held beliefs of the adherents to these theologies along with their prevalence, it is important that students understand what they are, what makes them unique, and the doctrinal positions each group affirms.

Read:
Assigned reading from Basic Theology and The Moody Handbook of Theology

Write a 3-page paper clarifying what each of these groups believe, making sure to address the points below:

• Arminianism and Calvinism defined.
• The History of Arminianism and Calvinism.
• Doctrinal affirmations of Arminian Theology and Calvinistic Theology.

Evaluate strengths and weaknesses of each.