It may come as a surprise to many Christians that “Eternal Security” (or once saved always saved) was completely unknown to the Church prior to the development of Calvinism during the Reformation. Even St. Augustine, whose philosophies led to the development of Calvinism, did not hold to “Eternal Security.” The Scriptures teach that the believer … Continue reading Perseverance of the Saints – Calvinism – Part 6
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OSAS- Conditional Security versus Unconditional Eternal Security
1. HISTORY There is no trace of unconditional eternal security for the first 1,500 years of Christianity. Irenaeus’ (disciple of Polycarp, disciple of John) comments are typical: “And to as many as continue in their love towards God, does He grant communion with Him. But communion with God is life and light, and the enjoyment … Continue reading OSAS- Conditional Security versus Unconditional Eternal Security
Once Saved Always Saved?
The below explanation related to eternal security (Once Saved Always Saved) will challenge most Christians beliefs and will even scare them. It did me when I first came across this truth. One of the issues is that we do not have the Greek tense of present ongoing. E.g. "believe" in English should be "keep on … Continue reading Once Saved Always Saved?
Living as a Christian in this World 