Despite a survey saying otherwise, some pastors are convinced that there is a resurgence in Calvinism, or Reformed theology, particularly among young believers today.

A new Barna Group survey, released on Monday, revealed that the proportion of Protestant pastors who identify their church as “Calvinist or Reformed” has remained the same – at about three in ten – compared to a decade ago… (See full story.)

The Rev. Kevin DeYoung, senior pastor of University Reformed Church in East Lansing, Mich., doesn’t believe the survey “tells us much.”

For one, it’s difficult to measure whether there is a Reformed resurgence – whether it’s through book sales, conference registrations or how pastors identify themselves – he pointed out.

Also, many pastors prefer not to wear any theological label, DeYoung noted. And others may adhere to theology that fits either Calvinism or Arminianism but not realize the label fits, he added.

“All that to say, I don’t think the survey is particularly good news or particularly bad news for Calvinists,” he told The Christian Post.

The Reformed pastor, who ministers to many college students, has seen a growing number of young Christians flock to the New Calvinism. They’re rejecting contemporary evangelicalism and embracing the fundamentals of the teachings of 16th century reformer John Calvin, which include belief in the sovereignty of God, the sufficiency and authority of Scripture, the total depravity of humanity and the doctrine of justification by faith alone.

“I’m convinced that more Christians in their 20s and 30s call themselves Reformed than would have ten years ago,” DeYoung said.

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