Against Calvinism

Rescuing God's Reputation from Radical Reformed Theology

De: Roger E. Olson

Narrado por: Maurice England

Duración: 9 h y 4 m

Resumen del Editor

Calvinist theology has been debated and promoted for centuries. But is it a theology that should last? Roger Olson suggests that Calvinism, also commonly known as Reformed theology, holds an unwarranted place in our list of accepted theologies. In Against Calvinism, readers will find scholarly arguments explaining why Calvinist theology is incorrect and how it affects God's reputation.

Olson draws on a variety of sources, including Scripture, reason, tradition, and experience, to support his critique of Calvinism and the more historically rich, biblically faithful alternative theologies he proposes.Addressing what many evangelical Christians are concerned about today - so-called 'new Calvinism,' a movement embraced by a generation labeled as 'young, restless, Reformed' - Against Calvinism is the only book of its kind to offer objections from a non-Calvinist perspective to the current wave of Calvinism among Christian youth. As a companion to Michael Horton's For Calvinism, readers will be able to compare contrasting perspectives and form their own opinions on the merits and weaknesses of Calvinism.

©2011 Roger E. Olsen (P)2011 Zondervan

Excellent book that exposes a false theology

This is an excellent book, it is well written that exposes a false theology called Calvinism. One must ultimately put man's reinterpretation of the gospel of Jesus Christ which has slithered into today's church's due to a Catholic writer named Augustine who was heavily influenced by anti-Christian teachings called gnosticism / Mani.

The god of Calvinism is not the God of love that the Bible teaches, but a sadistic monster created in the minds of demented men. The character attack on God and His word is exposed in this powerful book. A must read for those who may not be aquatinted with the dangerous and deceptive man made religion of man. Calvinism is not of God, read this book and see that the calvinist god is said to send babies to hell "for his good pleasure. :0(

Perfect Refutation of Calvinism

This book supports my previous notion that Calvinism is the most dangerous doctrine in Christianity.

Be freed from the darkness of Calvinism

Your greatest proof: The Word of God, highlighted by the author, and sound reasoning that we believe comes through Christ.

Biblical sense

Objective clarity and courteous correcton based on the text of scripture without preset agenda or conclusion

Great articulation

Olson explains in great detail the Biblical and logical inconsistencies with Calvinism. He also defends Arminianism well when needed. However, the focus is set on the errors of Calvinism. I recommend this to book to all Christians. Many of today's churches do not go into detail about doctrine. I think it is important to know what you believe and why. It is particularly important because of the injustice that Calvinism does to God's character. Olson does not seek to attack Calvinists but Calvinism. Good read.

Very Thoughtful Response to Calvanism

Worth the read if you want to hear an opposing view to Calvinism. Well laid out response that is done with respect to those with Calvanistic views.

what Calvinism says about gas

clearly expounds Calvinist position in words of its exponents and compares it with other views.

Clear and easy to understand discussion on flaws and Calvinist doctrine.

The author provides a fairly high-level and easy to understand view of Calvinism and provides scriptural evidence to refute many of the doctrines essential for Calvinism to be true and correct.

Well written and a thorough

Great book that examines the differences between calvinism and armininism. Easy to read for lay person and simplifies complex issues without compromising the essence of the topics.

A Counterpoint Worth Reading

Let me say this first: Roger Olson has a very urgent, forceful way of writing. Though I've never met him personally, I can say with relative confidence that he is an incredibly passionate individual. This may turn many people away from this book thinking that he is arrogant (which he kinda is) or that he hates Calvinists (which he really doesn't).
This book poses a conceptual problem. While it is a great counterpoint to Michael Horton's For Calvinism, it does not stand on its own very well. This is because it is a negative apologetic; it is written for the purpose of poking holes in Calvinism and not to support Olson's view (Arminianism). This come across as Olson being vindictive and often uncaring. If one were to read Horton's companion book or even Olson's Arminian Theology (a great but challenging book) then one would see that Olson isn't writing out of pure spite, but out of a loving urgency and passion for the subject matter. Regardless, this is why I couldn't give it 5's across the board.
I do, however, think this was a phenomenal read and worth the >10 hours it would take for any serious thinker who wants to understand some of the limitations of Calvinism and the importance of individual discernment, thought, and study in the life of every Christian.