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What does it mean that God provides what He commands?

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It means that God enables us to fulfill His commandments through the empowerment of the Holy Spirit.

The assertion that God provides what He commands reflects the sovereign grace of God in our lives. It highlights the truth that what God asks of His people, He also equips them to accomplish. In the sermon, the preacher illustrates that the commandments of God serve to reveal our inability and need for divine assistance. By His Spirit, God opens our ears and hearts to respond in faith. Thus, His summons to hear and obey is accompanied by the provision of grace to respond effectively, drawing us closer into communion with Him.
Scripture References: Philippians 2:13, John 6:44, Jeremiah 31:33

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Lay it to Heart
Greg Elmquist · Nov 10, 2019
Joshua

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