Definition

Noun: * A Protestant Christian denomination that follows the theological teachings of Jacobus Arminius, emphasizing conditional election based on God's foreknowledge of human faith, the universal availability of grace, and the possibility of resisting grace.

Usage

The term "Arminian Church" is used to refer to specific Protestant denominations or congregations whose official doctrine is aligned with Arminian theology, as opposed to Calvinism. * The Methodist church is considered an example of an Arminian Church in its theological foundations. * He was raised in the Arminian Church and later studied its history.

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used more broadly to describe the collective body of churches and believers who adhere to Arminian principles, even if not part of a single, unified organization.
  • The influence of the Arminian Church extended across several Protestant movements.

Variants and Related Words

• Arminianism (noun): The system of theological doctrine itself, as taught by Jacobus Arminius and his followers.
  • Arminianism contrasts with Calvinism on key points of soteriology.
• Arminian (adjective/noun): Pertaining to Arminius or his doctrines; a person who holds these doctrines.
  • She holds Arminian views on free will. (adjective)
  • He is a committed Arminian. (noun)

Different Meanings

• As a proper noun, "Arminian Church" refers specifically to the religious denomination and its distinct theological identity, not merely a church building.

Synonyms

• Wesleyan Church (in many theological contexts, as Methodism is a primary branch of Arminianism)
• Non-Calvinist Protestant denomination (descriptive synonym)

Related Idioms or Phrases

• Arminian theology: The specific set of doctrines, often used interchangeably when discussing the beliefs of the Arminian Church.
  • The sermon explained the core tenets of Arminian theology.

Noun

1. the Protestant denomination adhering to the views of Jacobus Arminius