The Synod of Dort stood to defend the five points of Calvinism, known by the acronym TULIP, this article evaluates the opposing views of this teaching, known as Arminianism, for which the writer uses the acronym LILAC. It explains why Arminianism was and should be viewed as heresy.

TULIP shapes Calvinism's understanding of evangelism. It carefully defines man’s need of God’s grace, and summarizes the great acts performed by the Triune God to save men from their sins. This article shows that the Calvinistic way of presenting the gospel follows in the footsteps of Christ as he presented the gospel.

The distinguishing character of Reformed theology is the place it gives to God. By looking at TULIP—total depravity, unconditional election, limited atonement, irresistible grace, and perseverance of the saints—this article shows how this is so.

This article looks at the five points of Calvinism (TULIP) and salvation through grace alone.