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Originally Posted by Kevin
Calvinism and Reformed theology huh? I have debated with LCers on their misrepresentations and misconceptions on Calvinism, especially good works and rewards. 
Everytime they want to catch my attention on Facebook about Calvinism.
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I think it is very difficult to have a theology that accurately conveys all the various verses that apply to man's fall and God's plan of redemption. I agree with you that the common response of most Christians, not simply in the LRC is an oversimplification and/or misrepresentation of all the various doctrines including their own.
For example: "all have sinned" does that equate to "total depravity", if so then you have the problem of evil. Also, what happens when an infant dies?
Also, how do you speak to an unbeliever that does not believe in talking snakes? According to Paul you are to "become all things to all people" -- how would you do that?
Once saved always saved or can you lose your salvation? Why is it that before the Great White Throne judgement where men are sent to the Lake of Fire there are already two men in the Lake of Fire? What does it mean in Revelation that the Lord "will not blot your name out from the book of Life"? If it is possible to blot your name out then doesn't that mean you can lose your salvation?
So the LRC doctrine is certainly acceptable in the spectrum of Calvinism and Weslayanism, but in my opinion is still inadequate.