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Can spiritual life be generated by human effort?

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No, spiritual life cannot be generated by human effort, as it is solely the work of God's grace (John 6:44).

Spiritual life is not something that can be conjured up by human initiative or effort. John 6:44 states unequivocally that 'no man can come to me, except the Father which hath sent me draw him.' This passage emphasizes that the initiative for spiritual life comes entirely from God. Just as the dry bones in Ezekiel’s vision could not come to life without the sovereign command of God, so too, no individual can attain spiritual life through their own works or desire. This understanding points to the rich doctrine of grace, where God alone is responsible for the regeneration of the heart, making it essential for all believers to look solely to Him for life.
Scripture References: John 6:44, Ezekiel 37:5-6

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Dry Bones CAN Live
Eric Floyd · Sep 24, 2023
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