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How does God call sinners to Himself?

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God calls sinners to Himself through His Word and the effectual call of the Holy Spirit, resulting in true repentance and faith.

God's call to sinners is a powerful and effective work of His Spirit, often referred to as the effectual calling. In the sermon, Pastor Chapman illustrates this with the calling of Levi (Matthew) from his tax booth, demonstrating that God actively pursues and calls those He has chosen. This calling is not mere invitation; it involves God's authoritative word that imparts life to dead hearts. As seen in 2 Timothy 1:9, God 'has saved us and called us with a holy calling, not according to our works, but according to His own purpose and grace.' This indicates that when God calls, He empowers the sinner to respond in faith and repentance. Ultimately, the effectual call results in transformation and a life dedicated to following Christ.
Scripture References: 2 Timothy 1:9, Acts 13:48, Romans 10:14-15, John 6:37, John 5:25, John 11:43, John 6:44, 1 Corinthians 1:9, Acts 2:37-39

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