Since we can't convert them to Calvinism by our arguments, Just let them take a Quiz

Not really.  But a quiz has been floating around the Christian blogosphere called the C-Factor, Are you a Calvinist? convincing a bunch of non-Calvinists that they’re more Calvinist than they would have us believe:

At 28%

1. Doug

2.

At 39%

1. Michael (he’s horrified as a Calvinist)

2.

At 50%:

1. Peter M

2. Celucien L. Joseph

At 53%:

1. Nick

2.

At 47%:

1. Brian

2. Peter K

3. Suzanne

4. CD-Host

At 69%

1. Jason

2.

At 72%:

1. Gary

2. Doug M

At 73%:

1. Chuck

2.

At  75%:

1. Kevin Jackson, and he’s “Pretty scared” (on Nick’s blog).

2. Mike A

3. Bryan

4. Bitsy

At 81%

1. Polycarp – that Joel guy.

2.

At 83%

1. Kevin Sam (a closet Calvinist)

2.

At 86%

1. Jake (almost a true Calvinist)

2.

At 100%

1. Jeff – didn’t take the quiz, by the way (my interpretation: he eats, sleeps, and dreams Calvinism)

2

Since we Calvinists can’t convert non-Calvinists to our way of thinking on a serious matter as soteriology, the doctrine of salvation, through our ever brilliant arguments, we’ll just create a quiz, and that should do it.  It’s that easy.

I love it!

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28 Responses to Since we can't convert them to Calvinism by our arguments, Just let them take a Quiz

  1. tc robinson says:

    The quiz says you’re 47% already. In time. ;-)

  2. Mark Stevens says:

    I came in at 47% – I feel violated! ;-)

  3. Mike Aubrey says:

    I’m 86%.

    But in terms of converting people to Calvinism, I tend to put both Calvinists who talk about Calvinism all the time and Arminianism all the time in the same theological camp:

    Annoying.

  4. Mark Stevens says:

    Mike, GOLD! Have another coffee to calm yourself down! ;-)

  5. Jake says:

    Wait, why I am just almost a true Calvinist? I am theologically. ;)

  6. Bryan says:

    I got a 73% or 75%, I can’t remember. Apparently, I got docked for being a Kuyperian Calvinist who actually enjoys life ;)

  7. Kevin Sam says:

    If this quiz can convert non-Calvinists into Calvinist, or even semi-Calvinist, are there any royalties for the person who invented this quiz?

  8. tc robinson says:

    Mark, What can I do to help? ;-)

    Mike, you’re big time Calvinist, man.

    Yeah, I feel that “annoying” thing too.

    Jake, it’s the score – 86%.

    Bryan, A Kuyperian Calvinist? Rick Warren says he’s too.

    A Kuyperian would be broader than a Christian Hedonist?

    Kevin, I think so.

  9. Doug Mangum says:

    Funny. I got the sense that the quiz was created by a non-Calvinist, mocking Calvinism as he/she understood it. Incidentally, I came in at 72%.

  10. Mike Aubrey says:

    LOVE Kuyper.

    Bill Clinton is a Calvinist in the sense of the Quiz: http://www.irishcalvinist.com/?p=2431

  11. eddie says:

    Let’s just face it. Some people are chosen to be Calvinists…

  12. Peter Kirk says:

    Aren’t you even going to list those who are even less Calvinist than me, like Michael (39%) and Doug (28%)? You have also missed Joel (81%).

  13. Gary Zimmerli says:

    I clocked in at 72%. I figure that’s probably about right for a Wesleyan Methodist. I tend towards Calvinism, but I’m just a little softened around the edges! ;-)

  14. Nathan Stitt says:

    I would be interested in a summary of what makes one a “Calvinist” Is it just the TULIP stuff, or are there other defining factors?

  15. I got only 73% because like Bryan I enjoy life too much. Unlike Bryan I am deeply distressed to score so low (Like a Wesleyan Methodist? The Horror!!!) and am practicing my best Jim West scowl and disdain toward this life.

  16. tc robinson says:

    Mike, thanks for that link, and now I feel like renouncing it all. :-D

    Eddie, nice twist.

    Peter, let me add them…

    Gary, you scored to high, man.

    Nathan, yeah, basically it’s signing off on the TULIP, all five points, although refer to themselves as 4-points or ever 3-points Calvinists.

    Chuck, don’t feel so distressed. I scored 50%.

  17. Jeff – didn’t take the quiz, by the way (my interpretation: he eats, sleeps, and dreams Calvinism)

    I think I took it but was so annoyed by it I either didn’t finish or forgot my score. Nothing like reinforcing stereotypes.

    I’m one of those 6 point Calvinists.
    Jeff

  18. tc robinson says:

    What are those other two points?

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  20. Bryan says:

    TC,

    There isn’t really a neat divide between Kuyperian Calvinism and Christian Hedonism, as Kuyper certainly informed CH. If you took it down to brass tacks, then I would say that it is broader–not many Kuyperians would say with Piper that it’s probably better to not drink occasionally. We enjoy good beer :) But, the underlying tenants are the same. One way we glorify God is enjoyment and thanksgiving of his blessings. Perhaps we may sometimes disagree on just what those blessings are.

    I wouldn’t mind being called a Christian Hedonist at all, though. I think they speak to different issues sometimes, and what CH speaks to I generally if not almost always agree with.

  21. tc robinson says:

    Bryan, but there’s that Kuyperian intent on affecting every facet of society, as well.

    Well, we all should be Christian Hedonist, whether Calvinist or not.

    CH remains one of a kind.

  22. tc robinson says:

    Doug, that’s an interesting notion. Haha…

  23. tc robinson says:

    Jeff, What is that sixth point of Calvinism? I never got it. I saw it on Piper’s site once.

  24. Mike Aubrey says:

    No, Piper’s a seven pointer.

  25. It’s a joke.

    I didn’t know Piper is a seven pointer. I think he added one.
    Jeff

  26. CD-Host says:

    I don’t know if this is what Jeff meant but Penal substitution (reformed) vs. governmental atonement.

  27. tc robinson says:

    CD-Host, I went to Piper site and found the other two: 1. Double Predestination and 2. God created the best of all possible worlds.

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