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Heritage Day Series - John Calvin - Bernard: The Devotional Theologian - 09/30/2026

The sermon addresses the theological doctrine of Calvinism, specifically challenging the concept of limited atonement and predestination by affirming that the gospel is universally available to all people. The speaker uses personal anecdotes and biblical exegesis to argue that terms like "all" and "whosoever" in Scripture are literal, countering the Calvinist interpretation that God predestined only a select few for salvation. By citing passages such as Revelation 22:17, John 3:16, and 1 Timothy 2:4, the message emphasizes that Christ died for every man, enabling believers to share the good news with absolute assurance without fear of presuming on God's will. The tone is pastoral and convicting, urging the congregation to reject the passivity of predestination and embrace the active responsibility of evangelism, knowing that no person is beyond the reach of God's grace.

This sermon examines the identity of the 'man of sin' and the 'great apostasy' described in 2 Thessalonians 2, arguing that these prophetic figures refer specifically to the papal antichrist and the historical fall of the Church of Rome. The speaker supports this interpretation by citing the testimonies of Reformation leaders such as Martin Luther, John Calvin, and John Knox, as well as the Westminster Confession of Faith, to establish the theological consensus that the papacy usurps Christ's headship. The analysis distinguishes this religious apostasy from political or secular decline, linking it to specific doctrinal errors like the prohibition of marriage and dietary restrictions found in 1 Timothy 4. The message serves as a pastoral warning against deception, urging believers to remain grounded in Scripture and to guard their hearts against the gradual compromise that leads to spiritual fall.

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