Theology 3 Lecture 70: Calvinist Arminian Controversy

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What significant event in church history is referred to as the Great Awakening in North America?

18th-century evangelical revival (correct)

Establishment of the Moravians

Development of Calvinism

Rise of the Holy Club

John Wesley experienced Christian perfection as he taught in his sermons.

False

George Whitefield's preaching had a significant impact after he began to preach in the ______.

open air

Match the following individuals with their contributions to the evangelical movement:

George Whitefield = Preached in open air John Wesley = Advocated for Arminian understanding of grace Moravians = Influenced Wesley's conversion Holy Club = Group associated with early evangelical efforts Signup and view all the answers

William Grimshaw is associated with the revival at __________.

Haworth, England Signup and view all the answers

What was Wesley susceptible to after his conversion to evangelical faith?

Mystical tendencies Signup and view all the answers

What did Wesley believe the fruits of faith to be a result of?

Trusting in Christ's sufficiency Signup and view all the answers

What internal conflict did Wesley express in his writings?

An absence of love for God Signup and view all the answers

What was a recurring challenge in Wesley's spiritual life?

Confusion concerning justification by faith Signup and view all the answers

What personal experience intensified Grimshaw's concern about his soul?

The illness and death of his wife Signup and view all the answers

Which book contributed significantly to Grimshaw's conversion?

The Doctrine of Justification by Faith Signup and view all the answers

What practice did Grimshaw adopt after feeling concern for his own soul?

Praying in secret four times a day Signup and view all the answers

What was one characteristic of Grimshaw's ministry after his conversion?

It included itinerant evangelism Signup and view all the answers

Which emotion did Grimshaw experience concerning his spiritual state prior to his conversion?

Despair Signup and view all the answers

What was Grimshaw's realization regarding his parishioners during their time of loss?

He had no advice to offer Signup and view all the answers

What did Grimshaw's ministry include during his itinerant evangelism?

Open-air preaching Signup and view all the answers

What publication did James Hervey release in 1753?

Theron and Aspasio: or a Series of Dialogues and Letters upon the Most Important and Interesting Subjects Signup and view all the answers

Which term best describes John Berridge as per Charles Spurgeon?

Eccentric Signup and view all the answers

Where did John Berridge complete his studies for the ministry?

Cambridge University Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated as a polarizing view of the Puritans' belief in righteousness?

They extolled the imputed righteousness of their Mediator. Signup and view all the answers

What describes John Berridge's personality in social settings?

Unique, entertaining, and witty Signup and view all the answers

What is one characteristic of John Berridge's style of preaching?

Quaint and unconventional Signup and view all the answers

Which volume of work is associated with expressing theological dialogues?

Theron and Aspasio Signup and view all the answers

Which biography of Wesley is mentioned in the discussion thread entitled 'John Wesley is not saved?'

Wesley and the Men Who Followed Signup and view all the answers

What type of preacher is Freeborn Garretson described as in the summary of Wesleyan preaching?

Methodist preacher Signup and view all the answers

Who authored 'One Heart and One Soul: John Sutcliffe of Olney, his friends and his times'?

Michael Haykin Signup and view all the answers

Which historical period is associated with William Grimshaw's ministry?

The Enlightenment Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of Ryle's 'Christian Leaders of the 18th Century'?

Evangelical leaders and their influences Signup and view all the answers

In which edition of a manuscript is Dave Merck's contribution on Modern Church History found?

Lecture Manuscript Signup and view all the answers

Which historical figure is linked to the revival at Haworth?

William Grimshaw Signup and view all the answers

What year range is indicated for the publication of Faith Cook's work on William Grimshaw?

1997 Signup and view all the answers

What position did he accept in 1750?

Curate in Stapleford Signup and view all the answers

What realization did he come to after two years in his position at Everton?

His preaching was ineffective. Signup and view all the answers

What method did he use to seek God's direction?

Crying to God in prayer Signup and view all the answers

What key phrase appeared to him while reflecting on scripture?

Cease from thy own works, only believe Signup and view all the answers

How did he change his preaching style after his realization?

He addressed his hearers in a more pointed manner. Signup and view all the answers

What was the main focus of his preaching after the change?

Jesus Christ and salvation by faith Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of his previous six years of preaching in Stapleford?

He did not bring one soul to Christ. Signup and view all the answers

What theme did he struggle to blend in his ministry?

The Law and the Gospel Signup and view all the answers

What significant change occurred for the Baptists in 1689?

They gained new freedoms under the Act of Toleration. Signup and view all the answers

What was the state of Particular Baptists around the early 1750s?

Their number of congregations had dropped to around 150. Signup and view all the answers

According to Andrew Fuller, how would the Baptists' situation have been described?

They risked becoming irrelevant and neglected. Signup and view all the answers

What was a factor in the decline of Particular Baptists in the 18th century?

Excessively inward focus on congregational life. Signup and view all the answers

Overall, what was the general trend of the Baptists during the first two-thirds of the 18th century?

They faced an ongoing decline. Signup and view all the answers

What characterized the spiritual state of Baptists during the early period of the Evangelical Awakening?

They resisted the awakening. Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the consequences of the new freedoms gained by the Baptists after 1689?

A decline in their spiritual vitality. Signup and view all the answers

During which period did the Baptists experience a time of spiritual prosperity and expansion?

The last three decades of the 18th century. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

October 15, 2024 Theology 3 Lecture 70: Calvinist Arminian Controversy Continued

Study of 18th-century evangelical revival in Great Britain and North America (Great Awakening).
Focus on the conversion and early preaching of George Whitefield and John Wesley.
Whitefield's open-air preaching, impactful and controversial. Anglican church leaders' refusal to permit Whitefield to preach in their pulpits.
Wesley's conversion in 1738, influenced by experience in Georgia, encounters with Moravians, and reflection on his faith.
Wesley and Whitefield's acquaintance in Oxford (the Holy Club).
The term "Methodist" origins.
Whitefield, 11 years younger than Wesley, converted earlier in 1735.
Wesley's conversion experience at Aldersgate Street in 1738.
Wesley's struggles with doubts about salvation and reliance on personal righteousness.
Wesley promoting Christian perfection as attainable during one's lifetime.
Wesley's reading of mystical theology.

Calvinist-Arminian Controversy

Whitefield's Calvinist and Wesley's Arminian views.
Whitefield's publicized defence of Calvinistic doctrines of grace (election, etc.).
Wesley's Arminian beliefs and doctrine of Christian perfection, possible in this life.
Controversy between the two figures that led to the division of the revival.
This division occurred after Whitefield's departure to the colonies, dividing the revival and contributing to the distinction of traditions.
Emphasis on justification by faith and moral living.

Wesley's Ministry and Doctrine

Wesley’s promotion of an Arminian view of grace emphasizing the importance of a continuing relationship with Christ.
Wesley's support for the possibility of Christian perfection during one's lifetime, emphasizing a personal experience of God's grace.
Wesley's use of mystical theology in his teachings.
Wesley's conversion experience at Aldersgate Street in 1738.
Wesley's struggles with doubts about his salvation, and faith, highlighting the importance of personal experience and ongoing relationship with Christ.
Wesley's later conversion experience and personal spiritual journey.
1770 Methodist Conference statement on the danger of misleading people through a focus on justification by faith in a single moment and neglecting a lifelong process of sanctification and a consistent ethical living.

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