What is the difference between the elect and those left to themselves?

The key distinction between the elect and those left to themselves lies in the sovereign grace of God. As highlighted in the sermon, the elect are drawn to Christ, enabled by God's intervention in their lives, which provides them with a new heart and mind. In contrast, those who are left to themselves are described as lost in sin, exemplified by a life devoid of true righteousness (Proverbs 6:12-15). This message underscores the necessity of recognizing our dependence on God's grace and His power to rescue us from our sinful state. Without His intervention, we would have no hope, but by His grace, we are made new creatures in Christ.