Monergism Books

Foreword by Michael Horton

Binding: Paperback
Page Count: 176
Publisher: Baker
ISBN#: 9780801072444

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Description: Using the classic TULIP acronym (Total depravity, Unconditional election, Limited atonement, Irresistible grace, and Perseverance of the saints), this primer on the five points of Calvinism is perfect for students and laypeople alike. Using the Scriptures from which they are drawn, Edwin H. Palmer analyzes each point and explains them in accessible language. Helpful discussion questions follow each chapter, making this book ideal for classes or study groups. This important resource also includes a new foreword by Michael Horton and relevant historic catechisms and confessions.

In doing a radio program on the truth of God's electing grace, James White was challenged by a caller in regards to the death of Christ. "Why would Christ die for the whole world if God did not intend to save everyone?" He looked at my co-host, and he looked at James, and White made a mental note to do more study into that particular question. He grabbed Palmer's book as soon as he returned home, and began to read the chapter on the atoning work of Christ.

He said, I became a full "five-pointer" upon reading the following section:

The question that needs a precise answer is this: Did He or didn't He? Did Christ actually make a substitutionary sacrifice for sins or didn't He? If He did, then it was not for all the world, for then all the world would be saved. (Palmer, The Five Points of Calvinism, p. 47.)