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John Calvin: Minister In France During The Protestant Reformation

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John Calvin was a minister in France during the Protestant Reformation. John was important in forming Christian theory called Calvinism during the 1500's. Calvinism is a Protestant theological system and an approach to the Christian life. Today, it refers to the doctrines and practices of the Reformed churches of which Calvin was an early leader. It is best known for its doctrines of predestination and total depravity, stressing the absolute sovereignty of God. Calvin believed that that God willed eternal damnation for some people and salvation for others, but people's destination was already predetermined. Calvin's theology was anti-Catholic, influenced by Luther. He emphasized salvation through predestination, chosen at birth to be saved.
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