Of the predestination of God and the election of the saints (Second Helvetic Confession, 10c)

This article by Ronald Cammenga examines Heinrich Bullinger's treatment of predestination and election in the Second Helvetic Confession, particularly addressing the classical objection that the doctrine of election renders biblical admonitions and warnings unnecessary. Through careful exegesis of 2 Timothy 2:24-26 and appeal to Augustine, Cammenga demonstrates how Reformed theology maintains both divine predestination and the genuine necessity of faithful preaching and pastoral admonition to God's people.