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Many people believe they can initiate their salvation—either through choosing to believe or on their own merits. Yet the Bible is clear that we can’t take even the first step toward reconciliation with God on our own. We are spiritually dead and can do nothing unless we are given new life. Matthew Barrett explores the doctrine of regeneration to show us what truly happens to us when we are...

and immutably leads to and results in justification. It is this effectual call that is grounded in predestination and results in justification. Moreover, Paul cannot have in mind here the gospel call because those who are “called” are promised that not only will all things work together for their good, but also they will be glorified (8:30), demonstrating that calling produces perseverance. Paul in verse 28 shows that the called he has in mind are only those who love God. These are “called according
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