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The Diversity of Unity: Can Calvinists and Others Be Friends? – w/ Rev. Randall Discher
In this episode, Kevin Mannoia engages with Pastor Randy Discher about whether adherents of Calvinism can maintain genuine friendships with those of differing theological perspectives. They explore the Calvinist system, its five pillars (TULIP), and how these doctrines might impact relationships. They emphasize the importance of relationship over doctrine, the diversity within the evangelical free church, and the practice of agreeing to disagree to maintain unity in diversity.
Key Takeaways- The Calvinist belief system, centered around the TULIP acronym, can create barriers in friendships due to its integrated and definitive nature.
- Friendships across theological lines are possible through mutual respect, understanding, and focusing on relational aspects over propositional sets.
- The "significance of silence" in the Free Church allows room for varying beliefs, fostering an environment where different theological views can coexist.
- Romans 3:23 - Discusses total depravity, a key component of Calvinist doctrine.
- Ephesians 1:4-5 - Pertains to unconditional election and predestination.
- John 6:44 - Ties into irresistible grace and God's role in salvation.
Calvinism, TULIP, evangelical free church, unity in diversity, theological friendship, predestination, total depravity
Helpful Links- Kevin’s website: https://kevinmannoia.com/
- Chosen But Free: A Balanced View of God's Sovereignty and Free Will, by Norman L. Geisler: https://www.amazon.com/Chosen-But-Free-Balanced-Sovereignty-dp-0764208446/dp/0764208446/
"Anchored & Reaching" is a thought-provoking weekly podcast designed for curious Christians who aspire to impact the world while remaining deeply rooted in their faith. Hosted by Kevin Mannoia, each episode features engaging conversations, practical insights, and diverse perspectives from Christian leaders who embody the dual values of being anchored in Christ and actively reaching out to the world. Join Kevin every week as he encourages you to live a dynamic Christian life, grounded in biblical truth and fueled by a passion for positive change.
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://anchoredandreaching.com
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In this episode, Kevin Mannoia engages with Pastor Randy Discher about whether adherents of Calvinism can maintain genuine friendships with those of differing theological perspectives. They explore the Calvinist system, its five pillars (TULIP), and how these doctrines might impact relationships. They emphasize the importance of relationship over doctrine, the diversity within the evangelical free church, and the practice of agreeing to disagree to maintain unity in diversity.
Key Takeaways- The Calvinist belief system, centered around the TULIP acronym, can create barriers in friendships due to its integrated and definitive nature.
- Friendships across theological lines are possible through mutual respect, understanding, and focusing on relational aspects over propositional sets.
- The "significance of silence" in the Free Church allows room for varying beliefs, fostering an environment where different theological views can coexist.
- Romans 3:23 - Discusses total depravity, a key component of Calvinist doctrine.
- Ephesians 1:4-5 - Pertains to unconditional election and predestination.
- John 6:44 - Ties into irresistible grace and God's role in salvation.
Calvinism, TULIP, evangelical free church, unity in diversity, theological friendship, predestination, total depravity
Helpful Links- Kevin’s website: https://kevinmannoia.com/
- Chosen But Free: A Balanced View of God's Sovereignty and Free Will, by Norman L. Geisler: https://www.amazon.com/Chosen-But-Free-Balanced-Sovereignty-dp-0764208446/dp/0764208446/
"Anchored & Reaching" is a thought-provoking weekly podcast designed for curious Christians who aspire to impact the world while remaining deeply rooted in their faith. Hosted by Kevin Mannoia, each episode features engaging conversations, practical insights, and diverse perspectives from Christian leaders who embody the dual values of being anchored in Christ and actively reaching out to the world. Join Kevin every week as he encourages you to live a dynamic Christian life, grounded in biblical truth and fueled by a passion for positive change.
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://anchoredandreaching.com
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.