If you are wondering what the so-called “New Calvinism” is, Jeremy
Walker has just written a short book trying to explain it. In The New Calvinism Considered: A Personal and Pastoral Assessment,
Walker explains what the theological hubbub is all about. Walker
identifies four characteristics of this movement. First, and most
obviously, it is Calvinistic. But its Calvinism tends to be limited to
soteriology as there is a good bit of diversity on other aspects of
Reformed faith.
Second, the movement is marked by big personalities. “New Calvinism”
seems to cluster around celebrity pastors and theologians who serve as
theological figureheads for the movement. As a result, Walker alleges a
kind of cult of celebrity among the new Calvinists. Indeed, a short
appendix to the book includes a seven page list of pastors, preachers,
bloggers, and others who are “Individuals of Note” to new Calvinism. Continue at Denny Burk
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