Reasonable Faith Podcast Questions About Molinism
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Jan 13, 2025 Get ready for an exciting announcement regarding a new philosophical theology release! Dive into the contrasting views of human freedom between Aquinas and Molina. Explore the intriguing concept of middle knowledge and how it relates to universal salvation. Delve into the balance of trans-world damnation and salvation within Molinism. Finally, uncover how this framework attempts to harmonize divine sovereignty with human freedom in its theological complexities.
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Aquinas vs. Molina on Human Freedom
- Aquinas believes God moves the human will to choose.
- Molina suggests God works alongside the human will, like two men pulling a boat.
Molinism and Boasting
- Some suggest Molinism allows boasting about being more open-minded than the damned.
- However, the saved are simply thankful, acknowledging their openness wasn't meritorious.
Molinism, Calvinism, and Universal Salvation
- Calvinism attributes salvation solely to God, seemingly contradicting God's desire for universal salvation.
- Molinism emphasizes human freedom as the only obstacle to universal salvation, placing responsibility on individuals.