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Does the doctrine of election mean we have no free will?

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While humans have a will, it is bound by sin until God intervenes; salvation is solely by God's grace.

The doctrine of election indeed raises questions regarding the nature of human will, especially in light of sin's effect. According to Romans 3:11-12, the scripture states that there is none who seeks after God, highlighting that in their natural state, individuals do not desire to pursue divine truth. The sermon clarifies that human will is indeed free, but it is tethered to a sinful nature that prefers rebellion against God.

Without the intervention of God's grace, individuals are incapable of turning to Him. It is only through the regenerating work of the Holy Spirit that one can have a heart inclined towards God and enabled to believe in Christ for salvation. This understanding maintains that while believers freely choose to follow God, that choice is a result of divine action in their lives, illustrating the comprehensive nature of grace and the sovereignty of God in salvation.

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Why Christ Came
Carroll Poole · Dec 11, 2011
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