Happy Birthday Calvin

I know I am a little late in wishing on of the greatest theologians in the history of the church a happy 500th birthday.

There are many blogs which have attempted to do the same. So, I thought I would post the two that I thought were the best.
The first wins my affection for it's brevity and what I would say humor.
The original post can be read here on Charles Halton's blog-- Awilum.com, But, I will quote the entire thing:
"If you are not a fan of John Calvin, please forgive the shout out to my homeboy–it’s not my fault; I was predestined to write this post."

The second is one of the most honest and takes to task the idea of worshiping a man. It can be read here.

At the end of the day no matter what our opinion (and that is what most of us have) is concerning Calvin. We must say that God has greatly used this man and that Calvin has and continues to offer to mankind a great glimpse into the great things of God.