The Holy Spirit actively draws the elect to Christ, helps them understand the gospel, and applies the benefits of salvation to their hearts (John 6:44).
The Holy Spirit plays a crucial role in the salvation of the elect, as it is through His actions that sinners are drawn to Christ. In John 6:44, Jesus states, 'No man can come to me, except the Father which hath sent me draw him.' This illustrates that coming to faith is not a mere human decision but a divine calling. The Spirit works in conjunction with the preaching of the gospel, making it effectual in the hearts of those chosen by God. He enables the understanding and belief of truths that are otherwise hidden, as affirmed in 2 Thessalonians 2:13 where it states that God has chosen His people 'to salvation through sanctification of the Spirit and belief of the truth.' Thus, the Holy Spirit is indispensable in convicting, drawing, and ultimately redeeming those who are called to salvation.
Scripture References:
John 6:44, 2 Thessalonians 2:13, 1 Peter 1:12, Acts 1:8, Ephesians 1:13-14, Acts 26:16-18, John 3:5-8, 2 Timothy 1:9, John 16:8, John 3:5-6, 1 John 5:6-8, Romans 1:16, 2 Corinthians 1:22
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