(Podcast 5.12.21) A Review of Molinism

By: Brian G. Chilton and Curtis Evelo | May 12, 2021

Last week, Brian discussed the problems in Wayne Grudem’s assessment of Molinism. The podcast stirred further issues that need to be discussed. On this edition of the Bellator Christi Podcast, Curtis Evelo rejoins the podcast and asks questions to clarify, explain, and fine-tune some of the more difficult aspects of last week’s discussion. Curtis asks Brian the following questions:

1) How can we understand the Molinist view in the most layman of terms?

2) Can a person lean to the Calvinist side or the Arminian side in the Molinist perspective?

3) In your rebuttal you gave credit to Grudem as being a top-notch theologian. What other views did he parse out in his book?

4) Did Calvin know of the Molinist view? Why did his view go to such a rigid view (ie. Tulip 5 point)?

5) Did Arminius know of Molinia’s view and why did his view go to the opposite extreme (ie. Away from Tulip 5 point)?

6) If we were to read the Scriptures for the first time without any presuppositions, what would we potentially find?

7) How is the topic of “hell” and “damnation” explained in the Molinist view?

8) Can we build a strong case for Molinism?

9) What kind of errors or shortcomings can we see in both Calvinist and Arminius views?

10) How does understanding the Molinist view help us minister to people?

Brian Chilton: Founder of Bellator Christi Ministries

Brian G. Chilton is the founder of BellatorChristi.com, the host of The Bellator Christi Podcast, the author of the Layman’s Manual on Christian Apologetics, and is a Ph.D. Candidate in the Theology and Apologetics program at Liberty University. He received his Master of Divinity in Theology from Liberty University (with high distinction); his Bachelor of Science in Religious Studies and Philosophy from Gardner-Webb University (with honors); and received certification in Christian Apologetics from Biola University. Brian is a member of the Evangelical Theological Society and the Evangelical Philosophical Society. Brian has nearly 20 years of pastoral experience and currently serves as a clinical chaplain.

https://www.amazon.com/Laymans-Manual-Christian-Apologetics-Essentials/dp/1532697104

Curtis Evelo: Co-host and Producer of the Bellator Christi Podcast

Curtis Evelo is a cattle rancher at the E6 Hereford Ranch in St. Ignatius, Montana. Curtis is the co-host and producer of the Bellator Christi Podcast. He often teaches and speaks at his church Cornerstone Faith Center in St. Ignatius. Curtis provides a common-sense approach to Christianity as he contemplates the wonders of God’s creation in Big Sky Country.

Share this:

Like this:

You might also like