reprobation, in contrast to the cause of God’s decree of election. Election is aimed at producing good works that glorify God; hence human works are excluded from consideration as the cause of God’s decree of election. With respect to reprobation, however, the sinful actions of men and women are certainly related to the final condemnation that proceeds from a righteous God. Calvin repeatedly emphasized that no one is finally condemned who does not fully deserve that condemnation. The question now
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