John 6:44 teaches that no one can come to Christ unless the Father draws them, showing divine intervention in salvation.
John 6:44 declares, 'No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws him.' This verse captures the essential truth of God's initiative in the salvation process. It emphasizes the inability of man to come to Christ on their own due to the total depravity that resulted from the Fall. This divine drawing is part of what is known as 'irresistible grace,' where God effectively changes the hearts and wills of those whom He has chosen to save. The doctrine reassures believers that their faith is not merely a result of their own decision but is rooted in God's sovereign grace that transforms lives and leads them to Christ. It reflects God's love and purpose as He actively works to bring His chosen ones into a relationship with Him.
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