CALVINISM VS ARMINIANISM: Side-by-Side Theology Guide. Compare Calvinism and Arminianism on salvation, grace, election, and free will. Clear chart, biblical insights, and doctrinal distinctions explained.
Theological Framework Comparison Key Question Calvinism Arminianism Who initiates salvation? God alone, by sovereign decree God initiates, but humans must freely respond Is grace resistible? No—grace for the elect is irresistible Yes—grace is offered to all, but can be resisted Is salvation conditional? No choices offered—based solely on God’s sovereign will Yes—based on faith in Christ For whom did Christ die? Only for the elect For all people Can salvation be lost? No—true believers will persevere to the end Yes—it depends on continued faith and obedience Does God predestine damnation? Yes—non-elect are passed over or actively reprobated No—condemnation is based on one’s free reject...