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What does 'no man can come to me except the Father draw him' mean?

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'No man can come to me except the Father draw him' underscores the necessity of divine initiative in salvation.

This phrase, found in John 6:44, indicates that our ability to approach Christ is entirely dependent on the Father's drawing power. This highlights the doctrine of irresistible grace, where God actively draws His chosen ones to Himself. It emphasizes that apart from God's intervention, we are unable to seek after God or understand our need for Christ’s redemptive work. This doctrine reassures believers that their faith is not a product of their merit but a gift from God, who sovereignly chooses to reveal Himself to His elect.
Scripture References: John 6:44, Ephesians 2:8-9

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