"To say, 'This man is an Arminian,'" John Wesley once complained, "is like saying, 'This is a mad dog.'" Calvinists have propagated misrepresentations of Arminian theology that Olson wants to set at rest concerning the sovereignty of God, grace, justification by faith, predestination, atonement, and more. A rousing defense. 264 pages, hardcover. InterVarsity.
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Reviewed by Oscar Ferreira (Escondido, CA), February 04, 2010
This is a "must" read for those who for years may have bought into Reformed Theology's lies and misrepresenation of Arminianism. Author is objective, concise, and sufficiently scholarly in this much needed treatment of Arminianism.
3.5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Matt (Canada), October 26, 2009
I must say, there is a wide-ranging caricature of the two camps. But I also must say that Systematic Theology is based on logic that is derived from Scriptures. Calvinism starts off with the goodness and sovereignty of God, and contrasts that with the wickedness of our natures/wills. Everything flows from that logic in Calvinism, and Arminianism, although still a valid stance within Orthodoxy, does not quite "hit the nail on the head" on those foundations.
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Reviewed by Jeremy (New York City), October 02, 2009
Great book on the theology and legitimacy of Arminianism. Fair and balanced. WELL researched, and easy to read and understand. Great references to other authors on both side of Calvinism & Arminianism debate. You WILL walk away with the ability to defend Arminiansism. And if you are a Calvinist, you will be able, and prompted to, call Arminianism at least legitimate. BUY the book!
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Kim Vazquez (Fort Worth, TX), February 25, 2009
Outstanding work by Mr. Olson!!! This is a MUST in every christians library (especially every preacher). what a thourough and complete work. Thanks for your expertise!!
4 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Hans Craycraft (Danville, CA), December 01, 2008
This is an excellent book and long overdue. Reformed Theology has often taken a very aggressive stance and misstated what most evangelicals believe, this book does an excellent job of setting the record straight.
4 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by David Block (Carrollton, TX), January 25, 2008
This is a fine book. Dr. Olsen definitely feels my pain. I had often wondered in the past why Calvinists and Arminians had such a poor grasp on what their dialog partners really believed. The stereotypes are exploded in this book, if anyone is paying attention.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Roger French (Pasadena, MD), September 14, 2007
I have gained a greater understanding of the subject and the views of both those who are in agreement with the topic as well as those who disagree. The author has written a very helpful and informative book.
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Reviewed by Paul Williams (Marietta, OH), August 31, 2007
Arminian Theology, Myths and Realities, is a wonderfully informative and objective defense of Arminian (of the heart) theology. It succinctly argues with lots of quotes from Arminius' writings a very biblical and rational theological position that doesn't violate God's character or man's free will to receive or reject God's offer of salvation mediated to us by His (prevenient) grace. It's a must read if one wants to be fair and objective in evaluating Arminianism and Calvinism.
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