True conversion is a spiritual resurrection, initiated by God's sovereign will, resulting in a transformed life.
The nature of true conversion is fundamentally spiritual and transformative. Conversion is described as a resurrection, where the individual is born of God, illustrating that it is a work of divine grace rather than human effort (as noted in John 3:3-6). It transforms the whole person, affecting mind, will, and heart, leading to a genuine faith in Christ. The work of conversion is external, in that it is grounded in God's sovereign election and Christ’s atoning sacrifice, and internal, as the Holy Spirit applies this salvation to the individual’s heart, bringing about genuine change. Thus, conversion encapsulates the entire process of being brought from spiritual death to life.
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