What does the Bible say about God's calling of His people?
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The Bible illustrates God's calling through earthly pictures, such as the betrothal of Isaac and Rebekah in Genesis 24.
In Scripture, the Lord often employs earthly pictures to convey spiritual truths, with the account of Abraham sending his servant to find a bride for Isaac serving as a profound metaphor. This story illustrates God calling His elect people. Just as Abraham desired a bride for his son, God has purposed from eternity to give Christ a bride—the Church—composed of those whom He has predestined and called. This narrative is not just a historical account but a divine enactment that emphasizes the intentionality and grace involved in God’s calling of His people.
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