The doctrine of limited atonement follows closely and directly from the doctrine of unconditional election. God, who has chosen to save His people, will also provide this salvation in Jesus Christ. The questions that are answered in this doctrine are these: “Did Christ die on the cross for every single human being, without distinction?” or, […]
The Doctrine of Unconditional Election (15): Foreseen and Created
From a previous week’s post: Rather than suggest any smugness, this doctrine ought to humble each of us to the dust. …The number of references in Scripture to God’s sovereign, electing love are overwhelming. 9. While God does foresee all things, the election of man unto salvation does not rest on God’s foresight of what […]
The Doctrine of Unconditional Election (14): Appointed to Eternal Life
From a previous week’s post: Rather than suggest any smugness, this doctrine ought to humble each of us to the dust. …The number of references in Scripture to God’s sovereign, electing love are overwhelming. 7. Those whom God chooses unto salvation will believe. Acts 13:48 “Now when the Gentiles heard this, they were glad and […]