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Reformed Theology is a | Reformed Theology, also known as Reformed Christianity or Calvinism, is a theological system that emerged during the Protestant Reformation in the 16th century. It is characterized by a set of theological doctrines and beliefs rooted in the teachings of the French theologian John Calvin and other Reformation leaders. | ||
== Core Doctrines == | |||
Reformed theology is known for its distinctive doctrines, often summarized with the acronym TULIP: | |||
# Total Depravity: The belief that all humans are born in a state of sin and are incapable of choosing God without divine intervention. | |||
# Unconditional Election: The idea that God predestines certain individuals for salvation based solely on His sovereign choice. | |||
# Limited Atonement: Also known as "particular redemption," this doctrine holds that Christ's atonement was intended specifically for the elect. | |||
# Irresistible Grace: The notion that when God calls someone to salvation, that call is irresistible. | |||
# Perseverance of the Saints: The belief that those who are truly saved will remain in God's grace and cannot lose their salvation. | |||
== Covenant Theology == | |||
Reformed theology frequently employs a covenantal framework to understand God's relationship with humanity. The concept of the "covenant of grace" is central, emphasizing that God establishes a covenant with His chosen people for salvation. | |||
== References == | |||
# Calvin, John. "Institutes of the Christian Religion." 1536. | |||
# Westminster Confession of Faith. 1646. | |||
# Muller, Richard A. "Dictionary of Latin and Greek Theological Terms." 2017 | |||
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