Salvation is recognized as an inward work because it involves a personal encounter with God that cannot be manipulated by human effort.
The concept of salvation as an inward work is emphasized in the sermon, highlighting that it is a divine act of grace initiated by God, not something that can be earned or manufactured by human actions. Acts 2:37 shows how the listeners were pricked in their hearts, demonstrating that true conversion starts within, as God interacts directly with the soul. This inward transformation uniquely marks the work of the Holy Spirit, who convicts hearts, leading to genuine faith and repentance, grounded in God’s sovereignty and mercy. Thus, the essence of salvation rests wholly on God's initiative, offering reassurance that He completes what He begins.
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