Neo-Calvinism vs. The Bible 035

Jul 13, 2025 • Andy Woods

NEO-CALVINISM VS. THE BIBLE 035 - CAN LOST MAN SEEK GOD? JOHN 12:37. DR. ANDY WOODS. 7-13-2025

Here’s a summary:

- Irresistible Grace: Calvinism teaches that grace is irresistibly given to the elect, preceding faith which is considered a gift from God

- Human Resistance: Scripture shows that humans can resist God's grace and disbelieve, challenging the Calvinistic view of irresistible grace

- John 6:44 Interpretation: The Greek verb helkyō in John 6:44 can mean 'draw' or 'attract' rather than 'drag' or coerce, suggesting a non-coercive drawing by God

- Biblical Evidence: Multiple biblical passages indicate that despite God's signs and drawing, people may still not believe, highlighting human free will in response to grace

- Grace to Unsaved: God's grace extends through the Holy Spirit's conviction, the Word, gospel, creation, and conscience, enlightening all people.

- Also included: Word Study of “helkyo”

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