What are the differences between dispensationalism and covenantalism . . . The two primary evangelical Christian approaches to systematically interpreting Scripture as a whole are dispensationalism and covenantalism Therefore, it is important to understand them both and what makes them different Dispensationalism is an approach to biblical interpretation which states that God uses different means of working with people (Israel and the Church) during different
What is TULIP in Calvinism? - CARM The TULIP of Calvinism is the acronym that represents the five primary points that represent Calvinism: Total depravity, Unconditional election, Limited atonement, Irresistible grace, and Perseverance of the saints Hence, they are called the five points of Calvinism The five points “emerged from the Synod of Dort (1618– 19) ” (McKim, Donald K (2014-04-21) The Westminster Dictionary
A Theological Test - CARM A Christian Theological and Doctrine Test, consisting of 20 basic, multiple choice questions on the Trinity, Jesus, salvation, and more
What is Calvinism? - CARM Calvinism, also known as reformed theology, is a movement within orthodox Protestantism that was developed by John Calvin (1509-1564), a French theologian John Calvin was eight years old when Martin Luther posted his 95 theses Calvin and Luther never met Calvin was a lawyer who later became a Pastor in Geneva, Switzerland He was married in 1539 Calvin produced many commentaries on various
Doctrine and Theology - CARM Doctrine and Theology is the study of the revealed word of God It is Christian Theology regarding the nature of truth, God, Jesus, salvation, damnation, the Trinity, the Holy Spirit, the Gospel, resurrection, and more The articles below examine different elements of Doctrine and Theology But they are written succinctly, so you don’t have to read a thousand words Titus 1:9, “holding
What is the recapitulation theory of the atonement? - CARM The recapitulation theory, also known as the “theory of recapitulation” or “anakephalaiosis,” is a theological concept primarily associated with Eastern Orthodoxy However, it is not the only church or group adhering to it In the second century, Irenaeus of Lyons is one of its more well-known defenders This theory played a significant role in shaping Orthodox Christian thought
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Answers to Questions about Doctrine and Theology - CARM Doctrine and theology are foundational and necessary for the Christian to properly understand what God has revealed through the Old and New Testaments The Bible is full of logic, teachings, poetry, history, theology, prophecy, fulfillment, and more The Christian needs to understand how it all fits together, and Christian Doctrine and Theology does that Questions about Doctrine Theology is a
Table comparison of Atonement: Penal, Christus Victor Recapitulation The following table compares atonement theories: Penal Substitutionary Atonement, Christus Victor, and the Recapitulation Theory The atonement is the act of God in Christ, where we are redeemed But what do different groups hold in their views? Please note that each view has logical implications, particularly around monergism (God alone saves) and synergism (Man cooperates with God for