02234cam a22003253u 4500 28103 UtSlPG 20260610133636.0 m cr n 260607r2009||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 BT Wallace, Robert The Doctrines of Predestination, Reprobation, and Election Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2009 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2009-02-17 Produced by Keith G. Richardson "The Doctrines of Predestination, Reprobation, and Election" by Robert Wallace is a theological treatise written in the late 19th century. The work delves into the complex and contentious topics surrounding the concepts of predestination, reprobation, and election in Christian doctrine, particularly in response to Calvinist interpretations. The author seeks to clarify these doctrines and their implications, emphasizing the importance of understanding the nature of God’s character in relation to human salvation. At the start of the text, the author draws an analogy between shipwrecked sailors questioning the nature of an island's inhabitants and humanity's inquiry into the character of God through observation of the universe. He introduces the topics by discussing the historical controversies surrounding these doctrines, referencing key figures such as Augustine and Calvin, while asserting the need for believers to defend their faith against prevailing interpretations that he perceives as misrepresentative of God’s benevolence. The introduction sets the stage for a detailed examination of each doctrine, aiming to dispel misconceptions and affirm a more inclusive understanding of God’s love and salvation for all people. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Predestination Reprobation Election (Theology) https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/28103 69012 69012