John Calvin

• what is his view on election?

  limited election
• what is meant by limited election?

  God, in his sovereignty has chosen to elect or predestine a specific group of individuals.
• Who did Jesus die for?

  only for the elect. God knows the elect and only those people will go heaven.
• what qualities did Calvin emphasize about God?

  Omnipotence and sovereignty
• What is limited election also known as?

  Particular election or unconditional election
• What is meant by double predestination?

  Calvin- since the elected are decided so is the people who go hell.
• What does sovereignty suggest about god?

  he is the absolute decision maker
• T- total depravity - original sin - impossible to obtained a status God is pleased with.
• U- unconditional election- unconditional - God's choice.
• L- limited atonement- Jesus only died for the elect
• I- irresistible grace - we have no choice over who is the elect
• P- perseverance of Saints - if you are a elect, you will always be an elect - cannot be undone.