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Originally Posted by Sydnorphyn Patrick,
Remember, you are living with Christian men before Arminians. Love your neighbor!
Grace and peace
John | Brian Schwertley on his recent sermon on Limited Atone (8.12.07) called Arminianism a damnable heresy  | There is a difference for what passes as modern Arminianism and historical Arminianism. |
This is debatable. I would recommend reading Sproul's article
The Pelagian Captivity of the Church which describes the semi-Pelagian view today as more Pelagian than even Arminian! But I don't wish to side-track this thread, but only to point out that there are good arguments for viewing the Arminian error as more dangerous than some.
How to live with them? I think that both sides would admit that you will have your hands full, and your use of apologetics will be crucial. You should absolutely love them, and try as best as you can to lead them into an orthodox understanding of the gospel. I have had the privilege of leading my current boss through the doctrines of grace in the last few years, and he recently thanked me saying that it was life changing for him. If I were you, I would really try to understand the Arminian arguments, and the Calvinistic arguements that you will be ready to give an answer. Also, it will be important that you come across in a Christian manner, not trying to beat them over the head with your bible, but in a gracious manner, showing them the inconsistencies of their worldview. If these people like to read (which many probably will not), purchasing books on these subjects can be a real eye opener as well.
I wish you well brother!