
Saving Calvinism
Expanding the Reformed Tradition
by Oliver D. Crisp
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Pub Date Dec 04 2016 | Archive Date Feb 14 2017
InterVarsity Press | IVP Academic
Description
For many, Calvinism evokes the idea of a harsh God who saves a select few and condemns others to eternal torment. Others find comfort in the Five Points of TULIP with its emphasis on the sovereignty of God's grace. Oliver Crisp thinks both sides have too small a picture of the Reformed tradition.
Saving Calvinism explores some of the thorniest problems in the Reformed tradition, including free will, the extent of the atonement, and the possibility of universal salvation. By engaging a host of Reformed thinkers and exploring often ignored ideas, Crisp shows that Calvinism is much more diverse and flexible than the stereotype suggests.
Advance Praise
"Oliver Crisp wants to save Calvinism—from some of its most
impassioned proponents. In this well-informed, wide-ranging, and very
readable book, a leading Reformed theologian addresses the burgeoning
'Young, Restless, and Reformed' movement. While applauding what he
recognizes as laudable in this resurgence of 'Calvinism,' he also offers
some timely cautions. Arguing that the so-called five points are
neither necessary nor sufficient, he invites contemporary Calvinists to
avail themselves of the full breadth of their tradition and the depths
of its considerable riches."
—Thomas H. McCall, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School
"Opinions will differ as to whether Calvinism indeed needs 'saving.'
Yet in this book, Oliver Crisp admirably succeeds in demonstrating that
the venerable house of Reformed theology contains unexplored rooms with
which today's Calvinists need to become familiar. In page after page, it
demonstrates lucid exposition of views that have been lost sight of,
along with crystal-clear delineation of ideas needing to be
distinguished. It also breathes an infectious charity."
—Kenneth J. Stewart, Covenant College, author of Ten Myths About Calvinism
Available Editions
EDITION | Paperback |
ISBN | 9780830851751 |
PRICE | $18.00 (USD) |
PAGES | 176 |