VELCHIN

5th century

Semi-Pelagianism

Grace is necessary, but the first movement toward salvation begins in unaided human free will.

01

The Central Error

It stops short of Pelagianism but still gives fallen humanity the decisive first step toward God.

02

Historic Response

Council of Orange, A.D. 529, in Western Christianity.

03

Modern Echoes

“God does His part after you first do your part,” when used to explain the root cause of regeneration and saving faith.