There is no such thing as preaching Christ and Him…
““There is no such thing as preaching Christ and Him crucified unless we preach what is nowadays called Calvinism. It is a nickname to call it Calvinism; Calvinism is the Gospel and nothing else. I do not believe that we preach the Gospel unless we preach the sovereignty of God in His dispensation of grace; nor unless we exalt the electing, unchangeable, eternal, immutable, conquering love of Jehovah, nor do I think we can preach the Gospel unless we base it upon the special and particular redemption of His elect and chosen people which Christ wrought out upon the cross; nor can I comprehend the Gospel which allows saints to fall away after they are called.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The speaker argues that true gospel preaching must include Calvinist doctrines of God's sovereignty and election, rejecting any view that allows believers to fall away.
In simple terms: Gospel preaching must emphasize God's unchangeable love and election.
Key Takeaway
Focus on God's sovereign grace.
Themes
theology
predestination
election
grace
Mood
serious
reflective
Type
theological
doctrinal
When to use this quote
- church preaching
- Bible study
- doctrinal teaching
- mission work
Key Concepts
Calvinism
soteriology
biblical doctrine
Questions to Reflect On
- Is it necessary to tie gospel preaching to a specific doctrine?
- What are the implications for believers who doubt election?
A Different Perspective
Excluding other theological perspectives can alienate believers.