Against Calvinism

Rescuing God's Reputation from Radical Reformed Theology

By: Roger E. Olson

Narrated by: Maurice England

Length: 9 hrs and 4 mins

Publisher's summary

Calvinist theology has been debated and promoted for centuries. But is it a theology that should last? Roger Olson suggests that Calvinism, also commonly known as Reformed theology, holds an unwarranted place in our list of accepted theologies. In Against Calvinism, readers will find scholarly arguments explaining why Calvinist theology is incorrect and how it affects God's reputation.

Olson draws on a variety of sources, including Scripture, reason, tradition, and experience, to support his critique of Calvinism and the more historically rich, biblically faithful alternative theologies he proposes.Addressing what many evangelical Christians are concerned about today - so-called 'new Calvinism,' a movement embraced by a generation labeled as 'young, restless, Reformed' - Against Calvinism is the only book of its kind to offer objections from a non-Calvinist perspective to the current wave of Calvinism among Christian youth. As a companion to Michael Horton's For Calvinism, readers will be able to compare contrasting perspectives and form their own opinions on the merits and weaknesses of Calvinism.

©2011 Roger E. Olsen (P)2011 Zondervan

Excellent book that exposes a false theology

This is an excellent book, it is well written that exposes a false theology called Calvinism. One must ultimately put man's reinterpretation of the gospel of Jesus Christ which has slithered into today's church's due to a Catholic writer named Augustine who was heavily influenced by anti-Christian teachings called gnosticism / Mani.

The god of Calvinism is not the God of love that the Bible teaches, but a sadistic monster created in the minds of demented men. The character attack on God and His word is exposed in this powerful book. A must read for those who may not be aquatinted with the dangerous and deceptive man made religion of man. Calvinism is not of God, read this book and see that the calvinist god is said to send babies to hell "for his good pleasure. :0(

Perfect Refutation of Calvinism

This book supports my previous notion that Calvinism is the most dangerous doctrine in Christianity.

Be freed from the darkness of Calvinism

Your greatest proof: The Word of God, highlighted by the author, and sound reasoning that we believe comes through Christ.

Biblical sense

Objective clarity and courteous correcton based on the text of scripture without preset agenda or conclusion

Great articulation

Olson explains in great detail the Biblical and logical inconsistencies with Calvinism. He also defends Arminianism well when needed. However, the focus is set on the errors of Calvinism. I recommend this to book to all Christians. Many of today's churches do not go into detail about doctrine. I think it is important to know what you believe and why. It is particularly important because of the injustice that Calvinism does to God's character. Olson does not seek to attack Calvinists but Calvinism. Good read.

Very Thoughtful Response to Calvanism

Worth the read if you want to hear an opposing view to Calvinism. Well laid out response that is done with respect to those with Calvanistic views.

what Calvinism says about gas

clearly expounds Calvinist position in words of its exponents and compares it with other views.

Clear and easy to understand discussion on flaws and Calvinist doctrine.

The author provides a fairly high-level and easy to understand view of Calvinism and provides scriptural evidence to refute many of the doctrines essential for Calvinism to be true and correct.

Well written and a thorough

Great book that examines the differences between calvinism and armininism. Easy to read for lay person and simplifies complex issues without compromising the essence of the topics.

Clear teaching in a sea of confusion

What made the experience of listening to Against Calvinism the most enjoyable?

The reading was clear and easy to follow. Maurice England did a superb job of reading this text.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Against Calvinism?

For me, it was being able to listen to the book and read it at the same time to help me understand the theme all the better.

Which character – as performed by Maurice England – was your favorite?

There were no "characters" in this work. It's a study from Roger Olson view of Calvinism.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

It has seriously made me go back to Scripture and re-evaluate my own convictions about commonly held views that can be traced back to Calvinism's influence.