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How do we know God opens hearts to believe in Him?

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God opens hearts through His sovereign work and the preaching of the gospel, as seen in the story of Lydia in Acts 16.

The story of Lydia provides a clear example of God's initiative in opening hearts to believe. In Acts 16:14, it is explicitly stated that 'the Lord opened her heart to pay attention to what was said by Paul.' This opening of the heart is not a result of human effort or decision; rather, it is a divine act facilitated by the Holy Spirit. This aligns with the doctrine of irresistible grace, affirming that God draws His chosen ones to Himself in accordance with His will, as depicted in John 6:44. Lydia's response to Paul's preaching exemplifies how God's opening of one's heart leads to genuine faith. It is a powerful affirmation that salvation is a work of God from start to finish.
Scripture References: Acts 16:14, John 6:44

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