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How is God's sovereignty related to human will in salvation?

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God's sovereignty ensures that salvation is His work, while human will is made willing by His power (John 6:44).

The relationship between God's sovereignty and human will in salvation is a crucial aspect of Reformed theology. John 6:44 states, No man can come to me, except the Father which sent me draw him, underscoring that it is God who initiates and enables our coming to Christ. This reveals that our ability to choose God originates from His sovereign decision to give us life and faith. The belief that human will can take the first step without divine intervention contradicts the biblical teaching that we are dead in trespasses and sins (Ephesians 2:1). Therefore, God's sovereignty is not an obstacle to human will but, rather, the means by which we can freely and willingly respond to His call.
Scripture References: John 6:44, Ephesians 2:1

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