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What does it mean that faith is rooted in regeneration?

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Faith is rooted in regeneration, indicating it is a result of God's transformative work in the elect's heart.

Regeneration is the divine work through which God imparts spiritual life to the elect, enabling them to believe. This is distinct from mere human belief, as it involves a supernatural act of God that results in the creation of faith within the recipient. As noted in 2 Corinthians 5:17, if anyone is in Christ, they are a new creation. Similarly, Romans 10:17 teaches that faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ, which further affirms that faith is cultivated in the heart of the regenerate. Thus, faith is not an independent act but a response to God's gracious act of regeneration, ensuring it is genuine and aligned with God's purpose.
Scripture References: 2 Corinthians 5:17, Romans 10:17

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Christ: Object of Faith
Bill McDaniel · Nov 18, 2018
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