Calvinism and Missions (1): Total Depravity

A "Calvinist" is one who maintains the truths of the Reformed faith as summarized in the creeds of the Reformation. These truths have been summarized in the Canons of Dordrecht: total depravity, unconditional election, limited or definite atonement, irresistible grace, and the perseverance of the saints. It could be said that all of these truths are summarized in the truth of the sovereignty of God. A "Calvinist" maintains these truths, not because they were taught by a man or by men who were...