John Calvin

There is not one blade of grass, there is no color in this world that is not intended to make us rejoice. John Calvin

No one endures criticism more indignantly or listens to it more reluctantly than those who cannot defend themselves by rational means. John Calvin

The only man who should be counted a real theologian is he who can build up men’s consciences in the fear of God. John Calvin

Christ does not forbid every kind of care, but only what arises from distrust, from unbelief (Matt 6:24-34). John Calvin

If we look around us, a moment can seem a long time, but when we lift up our hearts heavenwards, a thousand years begin to be like a moment. John Calvin

Unless God’s Word illumine the way, the whole life of men is wrapped in darkness and mist so that they cannot but miserably stray. John Calvin

God does not bestow his Spirit on his people in order to set aside the use of his Word, but rather to render it fruitful. John Calvin

Let us so adhere to the Word of God that no novelty may captivate us and lead us astray. John Calvin

But Spiritual Discernment Is Wholly Lost Until We Are Regenerated

This article, an excerpt from John Calvin's Institutes, reminds us that human beings are spiritually dead until they are regenerated by the Holy Spirit.

The Salvation of All Men

John Calvin explains what is meant when God says he wants to have all men saved (1 Timothy 2:3-5). In the process, Calvin also seeks to show that this text should not be used to invalidate God's election of his people. Rather, it must still be understood in view of God's sovereignty even in the matter of salvation. The impact of this view on world evangelism is also debated.

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But Spiritual Discernment Is Wholly Lost Until We Are Regenerated

The Salvation of All Men