How does God prepare believers to be helped?

God's sovereign grace not only transforms sinners into believers but also readies them to receive His Word and instruction. As noted in Acts, those who had believed through grace were not merely passive recipients; instead, they exhibited a teachable spirit that made them receptive to Apollos' teaching. This preparation involves spiritual awakening, where God opens the ears and hearts of believers, enabling them to learn and grow. As seen with Lydia in Acts 16, divine intervention is necessary for individuals to thrive in their faith by receiving and understanding the Gospel. Hence, recognizing this work of God fosters humility and a desire for deeper knowledge among believers.