Some know what Calvinism is. Some have heard of Calvinism, but do not know what it is. Then there are those who have never heard of Calvinism, and that is the group I wish I was in. Unfortunately, I am in the first group.

There is another term often associated with Calvinsm, which is Reformed Theology. This system of theology claims that God is totally sovereign, which I agree with. After all, it is written in Scripture that, "Our God is in Heaven, and He has done whatever He pleases." Yes, our God does do whatever He pleases. But what He pleases is at question. ...

Whilst there is more to Calvinism than five points, these are the major points on which Calvinism rests. They are called the T-U-L-I-P. Point 1, Total Depravity; Point 2, Unconditional Election; Point 3, Limited Attonement; Point 4, Irresistable Grace; and Point 5, Perseverence of the Saints.

Point 1, Total Depravity. Simply put, this doctrine says that all mankind, since the fall, has been totally depraved. That man, both individually and generally, is totally debased and corrupt, that he is unable to think or do anything good outside of God's Providence.

Now what...