White Horse Inn The Most Misunderstood Movement of the Reformation
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Oct 19, 2025 Discover the rich history of Baptists, often misunderstood as anti-creedal. Explore their Calvinist roots and how misconceptions have arisen in modern times. Delve into key distinctives like regenerate membership and the Baptist approach to church authority. Learn why Baptists prefer grape juice in communion and the nuanced views on age of accountability. Walter Strickland highlights the importance of unity within the universal church while affirming Baptist convictions. It's a thought-provoking discussion that redefines Baptists' place in the Reformation.
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Historic Reformed Baptist Majority
- Baptists historically include a strong Reformed (particular) strand dating to the 1644 London Confession.
- Walter Strickland argues Reformed Baptists were the majority in England by the 1700s, contrary to common assumptions.
Why SBC Feels Arminian
- The Southern Baptist Convention's present Arminian reputation stems from the 20th-century conservative resurgence and denominational shifts.
- That movement brought Arminian leaders and dispensational ideas into SBC institutions, shaping public perception.
Mixed Theological Identity
- Baptist identity spans a theological spectrum; the Baptist Faith and Message is broad to include both Arminian and Reformed positions.
- Early Baptists split into general (Mennonite-affiliated) and particular (Calvinistic) groups over the atonement's extent.
