Reformation Overview Zwingli and Calvin 4b

Ulrich Zwingli and John Calvin were both pivotal in their contribution to the Reformation in Europe. It seems that I am a lot closer to Zwingli than Calvin especially in the area of understanding the Communion.

I do not agree with the Calvinistic view of Predestination as it originated not with Paul but with Augustine who in turn borrowed it from pagan concepts of 'Fate'. Romans chapter 9 is a mis-use of the Scriptures by Calvinists as it refers to Israel alone and not the Church as chapters 10 and 11 clearly show.

This peculiar doctrine held by Calvinists was not held by any Christian in the first three centuries as testified by the Ante-Nicene Fathers. In fact they argued against it as being a part of Gnosticism.

Also Calvin's role in the execution of Servetus were prompted by feelings of hatred and wounded pride. We are called to separate from heretics not kill them. (Titus 3:10 KJV) I find the excuses for this crime given in this programme very weak indeed.

What I will not do is stand in judgment of Calvin as to whether he was saved or not. However I do have very strong doubts as to that because the Scripture clearly says that no murderer has eternal life in him and Calvin was clearly responsible for this mans death. (1 John 3:15)

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[ChristiansofAsia]

Very Informative. Thank you.