Soteriology 101 w/ Dr. Leighton Flowers

Dr. Flowers explains why Reformation Day is for all Protestants, not just five point Calvinists.  For more you can read THIS ARTICLE .  

Dr. Leighton Flowers' sermon titled "Jesus and Children" from First Baptist Richardson. 

Dr. Flowers reads an article from www.soteriology101.com  that covers the question of Spiritual Deadness.  The article can be found HERE . Does being born spiritually dead mean the lost cannot willingly respond to God's own Spiritually inspired appeal to be reconciled from that fall? Dr. Flowers answers that question with a resounding "NO!" And then he provides the scriptures to prove it. Let's di...

Dr. Flowers has guest Steve Fraley on for a Sound of the Saints episode where they discuss: 1. Dealing with difficulty and doubts 2. The Apologetic approach from the Calvinistic perspective as contrasted from the non-Calvinistic apologetic.  3. Each perspective appeals to mystery, but what mystery does the bible afford? Steve gracious provided the article below in order to more fully expound on th...

Dr. Rick Patrick, Executive Director of Connect316 and local Pastor, joins Dr. Flowers on the program today to discuss the article below and how the Conservative Resurgence relates and affects today's conflict over Soteriology:   The Rise of Soteriological Traditionalism B y: Rick Patrick , Pastor First Baptist Church Sylacauga, AL This article was originally posted in Theological Matters and is u...

Dr. Flowers responds to this podcast from Dr. Sean Cole: http://www.seancole.net/#/audio/podcast Sean asks Leighton several pressing questions about his view on the sufficiency of the gospel and the nature of man's inability due to the fall. Classical Arminianism's similarities with Calvinism is contrasted to the Traditionalist's perspective.

Dr. Flowers starts by taking "the TULIP TEST," a fallacious quiz created by a Calvinistic blogger which resorts to conflating two separate choices by treating them as if they are one in the same. ( LINK ) Then the question "What about those who never hear the gospel?" is addressed in great detail, as an article is read through on that topic which can be seen HERE .

Paul Cooper, a Calvinistic leaning pastor (who debated Dr. Braxton Hunter over the subject) joins Dr. Flowers on the show today with honest questions about Calvinism. Here is a LINK to the article mentioned in the podcast on those who never heard the gospel. https://soteriology101.wordpress.com/2015/03/21/what-about-those-who-never-hear-the-gospel/ For more on this subject please visit www.soterio...

As I have studied apologetics over the years I have noticed that the word "persuasion" comes up much more regularly than what I have been use to throughout my church and educational experience. I have been to countless evangelism events, conferences and training sessions over the years, but I cannot recall a single sermon, lesson or resource on the biblical concept of persuasion. The English word...

Dr. John Piper was recently asked if God really loves His enemies and today Dr. Flowers examines John Piper's answer line by line and verse by verse. Let's dive in!  

Dr. Leighton Flowers is joined by the President of the Southern Baptist Convention and the Senior Pastor at Bellevue Baptist Church, Steve Gaines, Ph. D.  Topics discussed: 1. Unity doesn't equal silence: Traditionalists can speak out for what they believe is true while still seeking unity in the convention. 2. The Sinner's Prayer: Is it biblical or should it be done away with as a manmade tool to...

Dr. Flowers interviews Dr. Jerry Walls, Ph. D from Houston Baptist University, about his new book "Does God Love Everyone? The heart of what is wrong with Calvinism" which you can purchase here . Does God truly love all persons? Most Christians think the obvious answer to this question is, "Yes, of course he does!" Indeed, many Christians would agree that the very heart of the gospel is that God s...

Dr. Flowers responds to a few questions sent in by loyal listeners, one of which asks why we shouldn't "cast out Calvinists as heretics" instead of treating them as true "brethren."   For more on this subject please visit www.soteriology101.com

"The lot is cast into the lap, but its every decision is from the LORD" (Proverbs 16:33). John Piper was asked, "Has God predetermined every tiny detail in the universe such as dust particles in the air… including all our besetting sins?" He responded saying: "Yes… Now the reason I believe that, is because the Bible says, 'The dice is thrown in the lap, and every decision is from the Lord' … and w...

**CORRECTION: Leighton mistakenly inversed the stats about Calvinistic pastors. 70-80% of pastors express concern over the rise of Calvinism while 20-30% support Calvinism according to the most recent studies. Dr. Flowers discusses his views on how Calvinism will affect the SBC and reads this article from Dr. Bill Hadley: Troublemakers in the SBC: Do We Want Unity or Division? Posted on July 13, 2...

This is a long one, but some of the strongest arguments are toward the end, so the listener is encouraged to stick it out.   Dr. Flowers recently wrote an article discussing the #1 Argument of Calvinism and Pastor JD Hall "polemicized" it on his podcast called "The Polemics Report," which can be heard here: http://polemicsreport.com Dr. Flowers explains the root cause of JD's confusion over the po...

Dr. Flowers begins playing a clip from John MacArthur from this sermon:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6CkX0kCPwnI And then goes on to read this from www.soteriology101.com "WHY DID YOU BELIEVE THE GOSPEL, BUT YOUR FRIEND DID NOT? ARE YOU WISER OR SMARTER OR MORE SPIRITUAL OR BETTER TRAINED OR MORE HUMBLE?" This is typically one of the first questions a Calvinist will ask a non-Calvinist when at...

Dr. Leighton Flowers preaches a message out of Ephesians 4:1-16 at First Baptist Church of Richardson.

Dr. Flowers plays some clips from RC Sproul on why non-Calvinists are so often repulsed by the Calvinistic doctrine of election. Then he goes on to explain the biblical view of election by showing how it is actually Calvinists who have a higher view of man and a lower view of God.  For more please visit www.soteriology101.com

Dr. Flowers discusses why he hates the ad hominem attack on John Calvin when dealing with TULIP, but then tries to fairly explain why it may be a valid point in at least one arena. He also confronts the harsh way some people treat others who disagree with them theologically and how our theology SHOULD impact our behavior toward each other. Let's dive in. For more please visit www.soteriology101.co...

Dr. Flowers has a long conversation with a young, cordial Calvinistic brother (Anthony Brooks) over Romans 9, Total Inability, John 6, Romans 8 and a host of other commonly discussed issues surrounding Calvinistic doctrine.  For more on this subject please visit www.soteriology101.com

Dr. Flowers read a hotly contest article from his blog titled, "Disapproving God's Plan," which is posted below:   A Calvinist sent me a note on Facebook stating in part, "Why are you standing in opposition to God and His ways? You should not disapprove of His sovereign plan and purposes." Ironically, I believe it is the Calvinist who so often express disapproval of God and His plans.  Allow me to...

Dr. Flowers plays two clips from Pastor Tim Keller on the doctrine of Hell and the doctrine of Election so as to reveal the apparent contradiction. Let's dive in. For more please visit www.soteriology101.com  

Dr. Flowers plays an interview with Mark Driscoll and RC Sproul Sr. in which the question is asked, "Does God really want all people to be saved?" Let's dive in. For more please visit www.soteriology101.com    

Mary washed the feet of Christ. Dr. Flowers' sermon on the healing brought by the Cross through the eyes of Mary recorded in John 12: 12  Six days before the Passover, Jesus came to Bethany, where Lazarus lived, whom Jesus had raised from the dead. 2  Here a dinner was given in Jesus' honor. Martha served, while Lazarus was among those reclining at the table with him. 3  Then Mary took about a pin...