The Bible teaches that reprobation is God's decision to leave certain individuals in their sinful state, leading them away from salvation.
Scripture presents reprobation as God passing by some individuals, not choosing them for salvation, and leaving them to their own sinful inclinations. This is evident in Romans 9:13 where God states, 'Jacob have I loved, but Esau have I hated.' It shows that reprobation does not imply a direct action of God causing sin, but rather, it is God’s sovereign choice to leave individuals in their deadness and rebellion. The concept emphasizes His sovereignty over salvation and judgment, where those left unto themselves find themselves fitting themselves into destruction through their willful rebellion against God.
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