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How does election relate to evangelism?

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Election encourages Christians to preach the gospel, knowing that God has a people who will respond in faith.

Some may argue that the doctrine of election could discourage evangelism, but the opposite is true. Understanding that God has elected a people should invigorate and motivate believers to spread the gospel message. As noted in Acts 13:46, those who are appointed to eternal life will believe. This realization frees evangelists from the pressure of conversion, knowing it is ultimately God who saves His elect. Instead of feeling indifferent, Christians can confidently share the gospel with the assurance that God will bring His chosen ones to faith. This truth propelled the apostle Paul in his ministry, as exemplified in his interactions with the early churches, reaffirming that election and evangelism are intricately linked.
Scripture References: Acts 13:46, 2 Timothy 1:9, John 6:36

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Election
Todd Nibert · Nov 30, 2008
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