Saved by Grace through Faith or Saved by Decree? A Biblical and Theological Critique of Calvinist Soteriology

by Geoffrey D. Robinson

Publisher:

Wipf and Stock

, 2022

Overview

This work addresses a topic of interest to many people who are seeking to better understand the Christian doctrine of salvation (soteriology). It is written to provide a systematic biblical and theological critique of a particularly popular perspective of this doctrine that has seen something of a resurgence in recent years, namely Calvinism. The book is structured around the so-called five points of Calvinism, commonly referred to by the acronym TULIP: Total depravity, Unconditional election, Limited atonement, Irresistible grace, and Perseverance of the saints. Following an initial chapter outlining the historical development of the doctrine, each of the five points are examined in subsequent chapters. Each point is described in the words of prominent Calvinist scholars, key biblical texts purporting to support the doctrine carefully evaluated, and a series of theological issues related to the point are raised and discussed.

Praise for Saved by Grace through Faith or Saved by Decree?

“In his assiduous analysis of the Calvinist doctrine of salvation, Geoffrey Robinson provides an array of rich and challenging insights. Whether you are a pastor, seminarian, or layperson, you will be abundantly rewarded by reading this book.”

—Chad Meister, Bethel University



“Robinson makes a powerful argument that the doctrine of original sin and its derivative notion of total inability stand contrary to Scripture, emerging as a reactionary movement of Augustine to the Pelagian controversy. Similarly, Robinson constructs a strong case that a divinely deterministic decree to salvation or condemnation would have been rejected by the biblical authors. Proponents of such doctrines need to honestly wrestle with the critiques Robinson poses.”

—Kirk R. MacGregor, McPherson College



“Robinson’s work is much needed in light of the recent resurgence of Calvinism. He has put forth detailed biblical and theological arguments to substantially support his thesis. While being fair to the Calvinistic worldview, he is able to highlight its inherent weaknesses while offering a much more sound biblical approach to the vitally important doctrine of our salvation.”

—Leighton Flowers, Director of Evangelism & Apologetics, Texas Baptists

Product Details

• Title: Saved by Grace through Faith or Saved by Decree? A Biblical and Theological Critique of Calvinist Soteriology
• Author: Geoffrey D. Robinson
• Publisher: Wipf and Stock
• Print Publication Date: 2022
• Logos Release Date: 2022
• Language: English
• Resources: 1
• Format: Digital › Ebook
• ISBNs: 9781666728897, 9781666733891, 9781666728880, 1666728896, 1666728888, 166673389X
• Resource ID: LLS:9781666728897
• Resource Type: Monograph
• Metadata Last Updated: 2022-12-11T04:41:29Z

About the Author

Geoffrey D. Robinson is now retired from a dual track career. He has served as an aeronautical engineer with GE and Rolls-Royce, and also as adjunct professor at several Christian establishments of higher education including Taylor University (IN) and Trinity College (IL). He holds several theological degrees including a London University Dip. Th., MA (TEDS), MDiv (TEDS), and Ph.D. (TEDS).