Arminianism – CUEnet

The Basis for the Doctrine of Election (4209)

In this video, Dr. Biermann discusses the doctrine of election, contrasting how Lutherans deal with the logical contradictions it presents compared with other denominations.

Christian Doctrine, Rev. Dr. Joel BiermannArminianism, crux theologorum, decision theology, double predestination, election, Eph 1:4-5, predestination

The Role of Free Will in Conversion (4139)

In a continuation of his discussion of bound choice, Dr. Biermann explains that while a person’s conversion experience is indeed a choice, it is a choice made possible solely through the work of the Holy Spirit.

Christian Doctrine, Rev. Dr. Joel Biermann, The Lutheran ConfessionsArminianism, conversion, decision theology, faith, means of grace, synergism

Luther’s Understanding of the Human Will (4137)

Video summary: In this video, Dr. Biermann examines Luther’s conclusions in The Bondage of the Will and the blessing that is our lack of free will to choose God. This discussion continues in The Role of the Human Will in Conversion.

Christian Doctrine, Rev. Dr. Joel Biermann, The Lutheran ConfessionsArminianism, Bondage of the Will, bound choice, conversion, decision theology, free will, grace, Luther, Martin Luther, salvation, third article

Neo-Evangelicalism (6065)

In this video, Dr. Rast discusses the decline of fundamentalism and its later re-emergence as neo-evangelicalism.

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Rev. Dr. Lawrence Rast Jr., Varieties of BeliefArminianism, Billy Graham, decision theology, fundamentalism, Jerry Falwell, neo-evangelicalism, Pat Robertson, revival, Scopes Monkey Trial

Presbyterianism (6059)

In this video, Dr. Rast traces the roots of the Presbyterian Church back to England, examines its polity, and discusses the doctrinal variation within the different branches of Presbyterianism.

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Rev. Dr. Lawrence Rast Jr., Varieties of BeliefArminianism, Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church, Calvinism, Cumberland Presbyterian Church, double predestination, Elizabeth I, John Knox, Marian exiles, Mary I, Orthodox Presbyterian Church, predestination, presbyter, Presbyterian Church, Presbyterian Church USA, Westminster Confession

Augustine’s Influence Among Arminians (6054)

In this video, Dr. Rast explores the influence of Augustine and Cassian on Arminian doctrine and teaching.

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Rev. Dr. Lawrence Rast Jr., The Lutheran Confessions, Varieties of BeliefArminianism, Augustine, Cassian, election, free will, good works, infused grace, John Cassian, sanctification, St Augustine, works righteousness