Calvin Conference at WSC

This weekend WSC is hosting, which they do every year, a conference on the legacy of John Calvin. There are no spots left, but I am going to hang out and see if I can get in. If not, then I will have to wait for the DVD and listen to it at that time. I’m excited that WSC is hosting this event, and I’m sure my professors are eager to share about the rich history of the reformation regarding the profound impact of Calvin.

When I first heard about “Reformed” and “the doctrines of grace” I didn’t realize the impact Calvin had on these doctrines. For most, it seems, predestination is the main doctrine that comes to the surface when people talk about Calvin. For others, there’s a palpable disdain for his involvement with Servetus. There is much for me to learn about his Institutes and his commentaries. I’ve also read “The Expository Genius of Calvin by Steve Lawson, who ably describes Calvin’s passion for preaching and expositing the text of Scripture. I see why in this day and age there has been a resurgence in this form of preaching. Too often churches have wittingly or unwittingly offered the gospel as a few principles for life rather than the overarching story of redemption as scripture points to the main theme: Jesus Christ, his work and person.

The issues rasied by the Reformation (the five solas in particular) are not new in scope but they were brought to the forefront by getting back to the heart of the gospel. I’m eager to learn more about the rich history of Reformation Theology and to grow in God’s grace and knowledge as a disciple of Christ. I pray the conference enriches our awe and wonder of the gospel and instills in us a joy that shows concern for each other and the world. Soli Deo Gloria