Decision theology

Decision theology is the belief by some fundamentalist and evangelical sects of Christianity that individuals must make a conscious decision to "accept" and follow Christ (be "born again"). Some Christian denominations object to the "decision theology" theory as contradicting the monergism of orthodox historic Protestantism. Many fundamentalists and evangelicals expect individuals to make a dramatic decision to commit themselves to Jesus Christ. Lutherans and Reformed Christians reject the "decision theology" of some modern evangelicals, believing that faith receives the gift of salvation rather than causes salvation.

See also

  • Rast, Lawrence R. "Charles Finney on Theology and Worship". Theological Observer.
  • Stafford, Shawn (July 10, 2012). "What is decision theology?".
  • Drews, Daniel S. (January 26, 1989). Decision Theology in the Light of Scripture (PDF). Pastor-Teacher-Delegate Conference, South Central District. Gethsemane Evangelical Lutheran Church.
  • DeWaay, Bob (2008). "The Demise of Gospel Preaching in Modern Evangelicalism Part 3" (PDF).
  • Cook, Flavel Smith (1882). Decision for Christ: counsel and encouragement for young people. Oxford University. OCLC 721101982.
  • Adams, James E. (2010). "Decisional Regeneration" (PDF). Chapel Library.


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