Is Calvinism Hard-hearted?

“Calvinism challenges the residual pride in human hearts. We are naturally and natively far more comfortable with Arminianism, which allows us to make a contribution to our salvation. To be confronted by the truth of our total inability is deeply humbling. But it is the truth of God’s own word, not a notion that John Calvin concocted in Geneva. Becoming persuaded of this and casting ourselves alone on God’s mercy in Christ knocks (in large measure) the pride out of us and teaches us to live as men and women who glory in the God of grace. This is simply another way of saying that Calvinism puts God where he belongs and puts us where we belong. This is the test of authentic, biblical Christianity.” Ian Hamilton, Is Calvinism Hard-hearted?

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