The Works of James Arminius, Volume III

Few questions have divided Christian theology as deeply as predestination, divine grace, human freedom, and the purposes of God in salvation.The Works of James Arminius, Volume III brings readers directly into these great theological controversies through Arminius's own arguments and correspondence. Central to the volume is his extensive exchange with the Reformed theologian Francis Junius concerning predestination, in which Arminius carefully examines competing understandings of God's eternal decrees, the Fall, sin, grace, election, and salvation. The collection also includes his detailed examination of William Perkins's influential treatment of predestination and divine grace, revealing Arminius engaging closely with some of the most important Reformed arguments of his age.Through letters, propositions, replies, examinations, and sustained biblical argument, Arminius seeks to defend both the sovereignty and goodness of God while confronting difficult questions concerning human responsibility and the offer of salvation. The Works of James Arminius, Volume III provides an invaluable conclusion to this landmark collection, allowing readers to encounter the debates that helped shape Arminian and Reformed theology through the words of Arminius himself. Essential for students of Arminianism, Calvinism, predestination, the Reformation, and the enduring Christian debate over grace and free will.