God's call is effective because it transforms hearts, making individuals willing to follow Him, which is often referred to as effectual calling.
Effectual calling is a key doctrine in Reformed theology that explains how God's call to salvation irresistibly draws His chosen people to Himself. This is reflected in the way He prepared Elisha's heart for his prophetic calling, illustrating that God works in individuals shaping their desires towards Him. John 6:44 reinforces this, stating, 'No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws him.' This indicates that God's initiative is crucial, as He overcomes any resistance and enables a genuine willingness to respond to His call. Thus, effectual calling emphasizes that when God decides to save someone, that individual will inevitably and willingly come to faith.
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