"...if anyone makes the assistance of grace depend on the humility or obedience of man and does not agree that it is a gift of grace itself that we are obedient and humble, he contradicts the Apostle who says, "What have you that you did not receive?" (1 Cor. 4:7), and, "But by the grace of God I am what I am" (1 Cor. 15:10). (Council of Orange: Canon 6)
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Dr. James White's article on this theme had a profound effect upon me some years ago when I read it, and on this Good Friday, point people to it again. May we all glory in the cross-work of the Perfect Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ - found here. - JS
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Having been saved while attending a Christian Church (CoC), I was drawn into conversation with some old friends about the "reformation" of my faith. The result of this conversation was a blog of my own, to answer as much as possible to as many as possible.
Long story short, I sat down today to tackle an explanation of Limited Atonement, and lo, almost providentially this installment falls into my lap. Mr. White's article will be a favorite of mine now. Eloquently done, tackling the "four pointer" issue that I've personally argued against while in a Southern Baptist church very well.
Thank you for this.
Posted by: Ray Nearhood | April 10, 2009 03:43 PM
It is quite amazing the Truth about quantity and quality on both sides.
This is the first time it has been explained that Arminians also have a limited atonement in their rationale!
Thanks JS for sharing this teaching!
Posted by: michael | April 11, 2009 06:56 PM