The headlines are clear; the world is a mess. Most people around the world are concerned with wars, rumors of wars, and apocalyptic-like droughts, diseases, and disasters. We have a lot to do to help many in need while spreading the gospel to a dying world. Despite these disturbing realities, many within Christendom argue over the unessential. Calvinism versus Arminianism is one such persistent and contentious position. While the issue has some relevance, it should never cause dissension among the Bride of Christ. This simplistic cross-examination of Romans Nine, the scripture many call the...