In light of the passages presented, the arguments, the objections and responses, it is safe to say Arminianism has a solid case. Nevertheless, some refuse to accept it. It is difficult, once you get entrenched in a certain view, to consider clearly what the opposing side has to say. I am confident that one is not predetermined to any fate, and so I present this material for the reflection of both those new to systematic theology, and to Calvinists.

Again, I reiterate the need for diplomacy in theology. While I don't discourage study of systematic theology, let us take Wesley's indictments seriously; let us disagree, but do so in a manner that honors Christ. Let us also not miss the forest for the trees, lest we focus on theology as an ends to itself, rather than a means to know God and our relationship to Him better.

These things said, I end by posting again a summary of the five doctrines of Arminianism:

Total Depravity: Apart from God, people cannot please God, come to saving faith, seek or even want to seek Him. This is the point where Calvinists and Arminians have the most agreement, though belief in Freedom of Choice does "flavor" Depravity a bit differently for Arminians.

Conditional Election: God has sovereignly chosen to elect for salvation, those who come to saving faith in Him and Jesus Christ.

Prevenient Grace: God's grace is necessary not just for a person's salvation, but even for one's faith. In essence, God must take the initiative in the salvation process. However God's salvific grace can be and resisted, and is.

General Atonement: Jesus Christ, by his sacrifice, obtained forgiveness of sin for all, but only the believers "enjoy" this forgiveness. Where I may differ from some other Arminians is that I hold that Christ suffered for all, such that his blood would cover the sins of anyone who believes. (I see atonement as being universal in purpose, limited in application.)

Conditional Assurance: So long as a Christian stays in faith, one is assured eternal life with God. However, it is possible for a Christian to fall away. I believe that one may only "lose" salvation if one falls away totally, an apostate cannot return to saving faith, and some have, do, and will fall away.