Nuanced
Spirit-led discernment of God's will; no formal predestination doctrine
The Zion Christian Church does not formally adopt a doctrine of predestination in the Calvinist or Arminian sense. Instead, the emphasis is on the Holy Spirit's discernment and guidance. Prophets within the church discern God's will for particular individuals and situations. The Spirit leads the church in understanding God's purposes, though this is understood more through living guidance than theological predestination.
Key Distinctions
- Election model:
- no formal predestination doctrine; Spirit-led discernment
- Double predestination:
- not defined
- Free will teaching:
- free will and community belonging affirmed
Scripture References
Sources
- ZCC Official communications
- Marthinus L. Daneel, Old and New in Southern Shona Independent Churches