John Calvin

John Calvin: Inside the Protestant Mind By Ken Hensley

Why do evangelical Bible Christians think and believe the way they do? What is the key for understanding the Protestant mind? In a nut shell the answer is, "John Calvin But who was this influential figure that cast his shadow over nearly four centuries of Protestant Christianity? And what does It mean to today's Catholic believer?

Unvarnished Truth

In the tradition of his best-selling series Luther: The Rest of the Story, former Protestant Pastor and Catholic convert Ken Hensley reveals the unvarnished truth about the life and teaching of John Calvin Every bit as prominent a figure as Luther you'll discover why Calvin's theology is even more significant In fact, according to Mr. Hensley, "If Luther's '95 Theses' was the Reformation's 'Declaration of Independence', then Calvin's theology was its 'Constitution'."

Available now on three CD's (or cassettes), John Calvin: Inside the Protestant Mind explores the primary causes responsible for the famous reformer's lasting influence. In this informative series, you'll discover the real reasons behind the Protestant Revolt; why it was not a particular heresy, nor a separate religion, but rather a sweeping reaction against united spiritual authority. And how the echoes of that revolt still reverberate in Christianity today, especially Calvin's powerful theological influence on conservative, evangelical and fundamentalist Protestants.

Uncompromising Presentation

With great respect and sensitivity, Ken Hensley cuts through the typical apologetic rhetoric to reveal a truer portrait of Calvin than you'll find in standard Catholic treatments of the famous reformer's life and work. However, this important series remains an uncompromising presentation of the crucial differences between Calvin's radical ideas and traditional Christianity, and the division they created not only between Protestants and Catholics but also among the reformers themselves

Unique Perspective

Due to his experience as a former Protestant Pastor, with a profound knowledge of Protestant theology and love of history, Mr. Hensley provides a unique Catholic perspective on the topic of the Reformation in general and Calvin in particular. As you'll discover, most of today's evangelical Christians have far more in common with Calvin than with Luther, even though they themselves might not realize it You'll gain invaluable knowledge and insight into the Protestant mind that will empower you to share your Catholic faith more effectively than ever before!

This remarkable series is an absolute must for everyone who has ever had a friend or loved one leave the Catholic Faith for Protestant Christianity John Calvin: Inside the Protestant Mind will empower you to really understand the 16th Century movement known as the "Reformation" and the teachings of its most influential figure. Order now to discover an indispensable window into the hearts and minds of today's evangelical believers

Discover:

• Who John Calvin was and why he left the Church
• Why there was a "Reformation" and the real causes behind it
• The Reformation's single most important theological work
• How Calvin's teachings can be considered the Reformation's "Constitution"
• What today's Catholic dissenters have in common with Calvin and the 16th Century Reformers
• How Calvin's theology still powerfully influences conservative, evangelical and fundamentalist Protestants today
• Why today's evangelical Christians have far more in common with Calvin than with Luther
• Why Catholics left the Church in the 16th Century and why they still do today
• And much more