Preaching is the means through which God reveals His word and brings His elect to faith, fulfilling the promise of salvation.
Preaching plays an indispensable role in the Reformed understanding of salvation, as it serves as the instrument God uses to communicate His grace and truth to the world. In Titus 1, Paul emphasizes that God's word is manifested through preaching—not as a matter of human wisdom but as a divine imperative. It is in the act of proclaiming the Gospel that God works to open hearts and minds, drawing His elect to Himself. This underscores the belief that faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God (Romans 10:17). Through faithful preaching, the church is equipped to share the Gospel, while God sovereignly calls and justifies those whom He has chosen, ensuring that His salvation is effectively communicated.
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