Soteriology 101: Former Calvinistic Professor Discusses Doctrines Of Salvation

Dr. Leighton Flowers, Director of Evangelism and Apologetics for Texas Baptists, addresses an article written by a Calvinistic author regarding "the 12 myths about Calvinism," which can be seen here: https://credohouse.org/blog/12-myths-calvinism#comments This is part 4 of 12 in the series and Dr. Flowers looks at the logical consistency of Calvinists who claim God determines all things while attempting to deny that they affirm fatalism. For more on this topic please visit www.soteriology101.com To SUPPORT this ministry please go here: https://soteriology101.com/support/

Dr. Leighton Flowers, Director of Evangelism and Apologetics for Texas Baptists, addresses an article written by a Calvinistic author regarding "the 12 myths about Calvinism," which can be seen here: https://credohouse.org/blog/12-myths-calvinism#comments This is part 3 of 12 in the series and Dr. Flowers looks at the logical consistency of Calvinists who claim God is not the author of evil while maintaining a view of deterministic sovereignty. For more on this topic please visit www.soteriology101.com To SUPPORT this ministry please go here: https://soteriology101.com/support/

Dr. Leighton Flowers, Director of Evangelism and Apologetics for Texas Baptists, plays clips of JD Greear's convention sermon to demonstrate why the T of TULIP cannot be biblically affirmed and to further reveal that Greear won the election as a "whosoever will gospel preacher" who affirms that "anyone, anywhere and at anytime can be saved." So, if that is true, then we elected a Traditionalist as the next SBC President. Will his nominations reflect that? Only time will tell.  For more on this topic please visit www.soteriology101.com

In part two of this twelve part series, Dr. Leighton Flowers, Director of Evangelism and Apologetics for Texas Baptists, addresses an article from Credo House Ministries which addresses "The Twelve Myths of Calvinism," see here: https://credohouse.org/blog/12-myths-calvinism For more on this topic please visit www.soteriology101.com

In part one of this twelve part series, Dr. Leighton Flowers, Director of Evangelism and Apologetics for Texas Baptists, addresses an article from Credo House Ministries which addresses "The Twelve Myths of Calvinism," see here: https://credohouse.org/blog/12-myths-calvinism For more on this topic please visit www.soteriology101.com

Dr. Flowers responds to another John Piper Podcast in which he answers the question of one who is struggling to keep his faith... For more on this subject go to www.soteriology101.com

Dr. Leighton Flowers addresses Dr. Danny Akin's recent articles in defense of JD Greear regarding Calvinism... To read the article posted by Dr. Akin go here: http://www.sbclife.net/mobile/Wrapper... For more on this topic go www.soteriology101.com

Dr. Ken Hemphill, former President of SWBTS and SBC Presidential Nominee joins Dr. Leighton Flowers to discuss Dr. Hemphill's new book UNLIMITED.  You can purchase your copy here: https://www.amazon.com/Unlimited-Gods-Love-Atonement-Mission/dp/0578095734 The unlimited character of God is seen in His unlimited holy love, which is expressed in His unlimited atonement, Mandating an unlimited mission for His church that is empowered by His unlimited resources and assured by His unlimited presence! Is a person's eternal destiny sealed before he or she is ever born? Did God create some persons to spend eternity in heaven and others in hell with no choice, or can anyone respond to the gospel? Everything contained in the Bible from Genesis to Revelation bears testimony to the unlimited God, an idea that may be overwhelming to contemplate. In Unlimited Ken Hemphill explores God's character His unlimited love, atonement, mission, resources, and presence and addresses the crucial issue of who is allowed to respond to go

Dr. Leighton Flowers continues interacting with John Piper's and Rick Warren's conversation over Calvinism, and specifically Unconditional Election. For more go to www.soteriology101.com

Dr. Flowers responds to a Catholic who has a fundamental misunderstanding of the Biblical concept of meritorious works which leads him to erroneously conclude that Protestants are inconsistent to maintain a doctrine of Faith Alone while holding onto the doctrine of Free Will. To watch the original video of the Catholic critic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xgr5LDe1qAM For more go to www.soteriology101.com

Dr. Flowers takes the time to go through a podcast by Dr. Sean Cole and Drew Mery in which they discuss the issues of inclusivism, exclusivism and pluralism, but more specifically get into their understanding of Romans 1 and the purpose of General Revelation as it relates to Special Revelation... Enjoy all you theology geeks! For more please visit www.soteriology101.com

Eric Hankins, PhD joins Dr. Flowers to discuss Dr. Hankins article recently published at the Journal for Baptist Theology and Ministry from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, which can be found here: https://soteriology101.com/2018/04/09/romans-9-and-the-calvinist-doctrine-of-reprobation/ The article is titled "Romans 9 and the Calvinist Doctrine of Reprobation" and it is one of the best and most concise refutations of the Calvinistic reading of Romans 9-11 ever written... For more on this topic go to www.soteriology101.com

Dr. Leighton Flowers, Director of Personal Evangelism and Apologetics, unpacks the various perspectives on the question about the fate of the unevangelized. There are Pluralists vs. Exclusivists. There are Exclusivistic Inclusivists and Exclusivisic Restrictivists, and among each of those groups there are Calvinists and non-Calvinists so this can become confusing for those who have not studied the issues... so let's get educated and have an adult conversation about the various perspectives. More is discussed HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S0SIvWJDb5o&t=25s And for more information on this subject please visit www.soteriology101.com

This is Part 2 of Dr. Flowers examination of the Cross Examination and audience Q&A of his debate with Dr. James White. The original debate can be seen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zbEnNiIlujw&t Part 1 of this discussion can be seen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vMHUZ_Muxss For more on this subject please visit www.soteriology101.com

Dr. Flowers replies to a request from a listener to go over the Cross Examination of the Romans 9 debate with Dr. James White from May of 2015. (This is part 1) The original debate can be seen here: https://youtu.be/zbEnNiIlujw For more on this topic please visit www.soteriology101.com

Dr. Flowers interacts with a recent "Ask Pastor John" podcast where he was asked to defend his views that all unbelievers cannot please God given that Cornelius does seem to please God prior to placing his faith in Christ. For more on this topic please visit www.soteriology101.com

Dr. Leighton Flowers, Director of Evangelism and Apologetics for Texas Baptists, gives some practical advice for those who are struggling in a church that seems to be lead by a Calvinist. His advice includes being patient, loving and prayerful for your pastor even if they disagree with you theologically. Do not be divisive but speak truth in love. For more please visit www.soteriology101.com

Dr. Leighton Flowers, Director of Apologetics for Texas Baptists, answers the question, "Are all people born hating God?" ...and without the moral ability to do otherwise? For more on this topic please visit www.soteriology101.com

Dr. Leighton Flowers, Director of Apologetics and Personal Evangelism for Texas Baptists, answers the accusation of misrepresentation. Why do some think we don't really understand Calvinism? Or why are some insisting that Leighton wasn't really a Calvinist? Let's discuss... To see a copy of this article go here: https://soteriology101.wordpress.com/2017/05/20/you-dont-understand-calvinism/

Dr. Flowers critiques MacArthur's sermon on Romans 1 and the unfounded presumption of Total Inability. For more on this topic please visit www.soteriology101.com