{"product_id":"what-is-calvinism-thinking-through-the-basics","title":"What is Calvinism?: Thinking Through the Basics","description":"THINKING THROUGH CALVINISM’S PORTRAIT OF GOD, HUMANS, AND SALVATION\n\nDoes Calvinism paint a biblical portrait of God? Of humans? Are humans totally depraved to such a degree that God must pick who will be saved or not? Are we only made to feel that we have free, personal agency in the matter? What’s the most biblical way to interpret passages like Romans 9?\n\nAre questions like these important enough for thoughtful Christians to explore?\n\nIn this book, New Testament theologian John Whittaker takes us on a tour of Calvinism, exploring:\n• What are the main points of Calvinism?\n• Does Calvinism offer us the most glorious, biblical vision of God?\n• Can we have assurance of salvation without the doctrine of “perseverance of the saints”?\n• What pastoral advice can help church leaders navigate these questions in their church?\n• How should we understand the teachings of Romans 9?\n\nJoin John Whittaker as he invites you to think through the basics of Calvinism.\n\n“Concise and fair, Whittaker’s What is Calvinism? is an important introduction to the work of the founder of Reformed Theology.”\n—David Young, PhD, author of Resilient: Standing Firm in a Hostile World (Renew.org), King Jesus and the Beauty of Obedience-Based Discipleship\n\n“This book is my go-to primer when people want to understand Calvinism. Highly recommended.”\n—Bobby Harrington, CEO of Renew.org and Discipleship.org\n\n“With exceptional clarity and fairness, Dr. Whittaker carefully evaluates the core teachings of Calvinism.”\n—James Brummett, pastor, JourneyRVA.com\n\nJOHN WHITTAKER (DMin, Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary) is a Bible teacher whose goal is to provide “blue jeans theology—theology for everyday life. He is the creator of The Listener’s Commentary on the Old and New Testament, author of Bible in Life, co-author of Following Jesus in a Politically Divided World, and has served full- and part-time as professor at Boise Bible College.\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 195946759X\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: BVV.195946759X.G\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Whittaker, John\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact  including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Blue Vase Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44525071958077,"sku":"BVV.195946759X.G","price":10.44,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0589\/4225\/9261\/files\/195946759X-0.jpg?v=1794520474","url":"https:\/\/www.bluevasebooks.com\/products\/what-is-calvinism-thinking-through-the-basics","provider":"Blue Vase Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}