S1E7: Sovereignty & Free Will (feat. John Calvin & John Wesley)

Can God be sovereign and still give us free will?In this episode, we sit down with two towering theological figures—John Calvin and John Wesley—to explore one of the most debated tensions in church history: how divine sovereignty and human freedom interact in salvation.Calvin’s teachings gave rise to Reformed Theology, with its well-known TULIP acronym (Total Depravity, Unconditional Election, Limited Atonement, Irresistible Grace, and Perseverance of the Saints). Wesley, on the other hand, emphasized free will, prevenient grace, and the believer’s ability to respond to God.Together, they represent two vibrant streams in Christian thought: Reformation and Revival. Though they never met in person, their legacies continue to shape evangelical dialogue on grace, predestination, assurance, and spiritual growth.Far from being abstract theories, these doctrines affect how we worship, how we make decisions, and even where we go to church. They influence how we view God’s character, how we understand our role in His plan, and how we live out our faith.🔗 Want more on this topic? We recommend the Assemblies of God Position Paper: A Response To Reformed Theology for a deeper dive from a Pentecostal Perspective.