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How does God's grace relate to human will in salvation?

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God's grace operates in such a way that it makes the will of the sinner willing to respond to Christ, demonstrating the synergy of divine grace and human will.

In Reformed theology, the interaction between God's grace and human will is understood through the lens of divine sovereignty and human responsibility. The speaker underscores this relationship by asking the impotent man, 'Wilt thou be made whole?' This question shows that while the will is dead and inactive due to sin, God's grace must first awaken that will to respond. As highlighted in Philippians 2:13, 'For it is God which worketh in you both to will and to do of his good pleasure.' This indicates that God's grace not only enables but also inclines the heart to desire salvation. Thus, while human will is not inherently free, regeneration by God’s grace allows for a willing response to His call.
Scripture References: Philippians 2:13

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