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1 | How can anyone be saved? | 1 Cor 2:14 | John Reformed | 60564 | ||
Yes Ed, The gospel is an open invitation to all, however it saves only those whosoever believe. It does not save the "world". That is univeral salvation and I know you don't believe THAT! The term "elect" identfies that group of people who have in the past, are now or who will in the future place faith in Christ for salvation. Elect is not a theological term created by calvinists. It is a Biblical term given us by God. John |
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2 | How can anyone be saved? | 1 Cor 2:14 | mbooker | 60568 | ||
Good Afternoon Brother John!! I am smiling as I read this post because I think I see eye-to-eye with you! :) I was under the impression that the Reformed View believed that the gospel was an invitation, not to all, but only to the elect. But from your post, I have been corrected in my impression! :) I too believe that the gospel is open to all but it will only benefit/save those that believe in Christ. I am sooo excited about this moment of unity!! :) Have a blessed day Abba Father bless... Meredith |
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3 | How can anyone be saved? | 1 Cor 2:14 | John Reformed | 60570 | ||
Praise the Lord Meridith! I too am smiling and happy. There is a form of calvinism known as hyper-calvinism to which I do not subscribe. Some of what they teach is at times confused with the historical teaching of the reformers themselves. Reformed theology teaches that call of the gospel should be extended to all people world-wide in obedience to "the Great Commission" given His church by Jesus Christ. We are not given to know who it is that the Father has chosen. Our responsibility is to be faithful in presenting the same gospel as Paul preached: Salvation by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone. Blessed are the feet that carry good news. To God alone be the glory. John |
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