Should We Retire "Prevenient"?

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) 2026 Open access

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Authors: Jon Kendzie
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18854568
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Abstract

Can we lay ‘prevenient’ to rest in Methodist teaching and preaching? This paper outlines the weak historical basis for continued use of 'prevenient grace' and proposes substituting a more contemporary and understandable term: "preceding grace."

Fields of Study & Subjects

Religious and Theological Studies Reformation and Early Modern Christianity Contemporary Christian Leadership and Education

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Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
3 March 2026
Language
EN