Calvinism vs. TULIP

Calvinism

• Definition- The Protestant theological system of John Calvin and his successors, in 17th century.
• emphasizes grace of God.

Orgins

• Calvinism is a major branch of Western Christianity that follows the theological of tradition and forms of Christian practices of John Calvin.
• Spread throughout Europe.

T.U.L.I.P

• philosophy of Calvinism.
• T- Total depravity; Man is Dead.
• U- Unconditional Election; God chooses to give some people eternal life without looking for some good in them.
• L- Limited Atonement; Atonement- Reparation for a wrong.
• I- Irresistible Grace; Minister of Words says the words that God says.Many believe that if the minister calls upon them then their sins will be penetrated and will be saved.
• P- Preservation of the Saints; God preserves his people so they can never be lost.