Exploring the controversy over election and how it should shape a believer’s response to salvation.
This book examines the two main objections to the doctrine of election and argues that the concept is not hostile to God’s character or to human effort. It presents a careful, scripture-centered defense and discusses how universal access to salvation is compatible with divine sovereignty. Aimed at readers seeking clear, practical understanding, the work invites readers to test its claims against the Bible with candor and prayer.
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Excerpt from Two Discourses on the Popular Objections to the Doctrine of Election
It was with a view of removing misconceptions and vindicating the doctrine from the more spe cions of the common objections urged against it, that the following discourses were written. This, it is hoped, will be kept in rnind by those into whose hands the book may fall. Had the author proposed a formal discussion of the doctrine itself, the whole frame-work of the argument would of course have been different, and the scriptural proofs of Election would have been cited in due form.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the doctrine of Election, which posits that God predetermines who will receive salvation. The author acknowledges that many find this idea troubling, but argues that it is not incompatible with God's goodness or justice. He supports this by pointing out that God is sovereign, and that he could have justly condemned all of humanity for sin. Instead, he chose to save some, an act of mercy that should inspire gratitude rather than resentment. The author also addresses the objection that Election discourages people from seeking salvation, arguing that God's provision of atonement and the universal proclamation of the gospel make it possible for all to be saved, regardless of their election status. Ultimately, this book provides a thoughtful and nuanced exploration of a complex doctrine, offering a fresh perspective that challenges common misconceptions and encourages a deeper understanding of God's nature and plan for humanity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331818007_0
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