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Arminius and His Declaration of Sentiments: An Annotated Translation with Introduction and Theological Commentary is unavailable, but you can change that!

With this first direct translation of Arminius’ Declaration of Sentiments into English from the original Dutch, Stephen Gunter weaves expert translation with valuable notes and theological commentary. Gunter’s introduction situates this overlooked but critically important work within its rich historical context and includes a clear, illuminating discussion of the debate over predestination. What...

2. The representation of grace in Scripture describes it as capable of “being resisted” [Acts 7:51] and “received in vain” [2 Cor 6:1]. It is possible for the creature to “avoid yielding assent to it and to refuse all cooperation with it” [Heb 12:15; Matt 23:37; Luke 7:30]. On the contrary, this predestination asserts that grace is an irresistible force and operation. 3. In accordance with the primary intention and design of God, grace is conducive to the good of those persons to whom it is offered
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