Papers by Kevin P. Emmert
Middlesex University/London School of Theology, Sep 26, 2019
John Calvin’s understanding of works-righteousness is more complex than is often recognized. Whil... more John Calvin’s understanding of works-righteousness is more complex than is often recognized. While he denounces it in some instances, he affirms it in others. This study shows that Calvin affirms works-righteousness within the context where faith-righteousness is already established, and that he even teaches a form of justification by works. Calvin ascribes not only a positive role to good works in relation to divine acceptance, but also soteriological value to believers’ good works. This study demonstrates such by exploring Calvin’s theological anthropology, his understanding of divine-human activity, his teaching on the nature of good works, and his understanding of divine grace and benevolence. It also addresses current debates in Calvin scholarship by exploring topics such as union with Christ, the relation between justification and sanctification, the relation between good works and divine acceptance, the role of good works in the Christian life, and the content of good works. https://www.vandenhoeck-ruprecht-verlage.com/themen-entdecken/theologie-und-religion/systematische-theologie-religionsphilosophie/56952/john-calvin-and-the-righteousness-of-works
By examining variances in the 1536, 1541, and 1559 Institutes, this paper traces the development ... more By examining variances in the 1536, 1541, and 1559 Institutes, this paper traces the development in Calvin’s thought concerning faith and doubt.
This paper provides a critical analysis of Calvin’s sermon on Jeremiah 14:19–15:1 and the corresp... more This paper provides a critical analysis of Calvin’s sermon on Jeremiah 14:19–15:1 and the corresponding commentary with the objective of identifying the fundamental aspects of the following categories of his biblical exegesis: (1) his interpretive approach to Scripture; (2) the various pedagogical styles he employed; (3) and his sense of the biblical context. All of this will serve the purpose of explaining the content, method, and application of Calvin’s biblical and theological thought.
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