Christ calls sinners to Himself through His grace, enabling them to respond in faith and repentance.
Christ's call to sinners is initiated by His grace, which is foundational in Reformed theology. In John 6:44, Jesus states that 'no man can come to Me, except the Father which hath sent Me draw him.' This reinforces the belief that God's sovereign grace is essential in the salvation process. Those called are drawn not through their merits, but through divine intervention. The narrative of Levi (Matthew) illustrates this beautifully; although he was entrenched in a life of sin and materialism, Christ saw him and called him to follow. This drawing is often accompanied by a compelling awareness of one's sinfulness, leading to true repentance. As believers, the recognition of this calling offers assurance that our response to Christ is not merely transactional, but rooted in the purposeful love and mercy of God.
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