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How does sovereignty relate to the new birth?

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The new birth is an act of God's sovereignty, as it is He who gives life to those He chooses.

Sovereignty is central to the doctrine of the new birth; it is fundamentally an act of God’s will. According to John 1:13, those born of God are not born 'of the will of man, but of God.' This indicates that regeneration is not dependent on human effort or decision but is entirely at God's discretion. Romans 9:16 reiterates this by stating, 'It is not of him that wills, nor of him that runs, but of God that shows mercy.' Thus, the new birth illustrates the sovereignty of God in salvation, underscoring His control over who receives His grace.
Scripture References: John 1:13, Romans 9:16

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