2007-02-21 14:56:45 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
You haven't identified any sources for your statement, but Calvinism isn't a "rich man's religion" if that's what you mean. It's quite the opposite, more of a sackcloth-and-ashes humility resulting from a realization of where you were headed save for God's unmerited grace.
Unfortunately, some people get the idea that there is a haughtiness involved with those who say they are "chosen". But it's a gross error to believe that because of God's choice, Calvinists just kick back and relax. Nothing could be further from the truth. The Holy Spirit at work in the Christian's heart produces fruit, but again nothing we can claim as merits for heaven. To me, that's theology that works for both rich and poor alike.
2007-02-21 15:14:31 · answer #1 · answered by ccrider 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Calvin evidentally forgot that GOD blesses each and every one of us. Some more than others. HIS LOve is not shown by our gifts that have been given by GOD. Some are able to attain wealth and some are not. This has no bearing on GOD's LOVE. Our GOD is an awesome GOD!! Have a great eveninmg.
Eds
2007-02-21 23:03:50 · answer #2 · answered by Eds 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
God has never stated in the Bible that He must love anyone. He makes those choice based on His love for man, He loves us so much that He gave His only begotten some for us. Does God love the rich, I believe he loves those who love him, even those who don't, rich or poor, Black or White or in between.
2007-02-21 23:06:48 · answer #3 · answered by stephan s 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't know what John Calvan said about it but it is pretty obvious God loves rich people more than the middle class and much more than retched poor sinners living in poverty.
2007-02-21 23:06:16 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
All who know Jesus Christ as their Savior are rich indeed. The promise of a mansion in Heaven for all eternity, what can compare to that?
2007-02-21 23:11:19 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. He doesn't love you because you are rich. He loves you whatever you are.
2007-02-21 23:03:04 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, you must either have an intelligent family or be intelligent yourself.
2007-02-21 23:11:54 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
no
2007-02-21 23:00:25 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋