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Why do some people reject God's offer of salvation?

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Some reject God's offer of salvation because their hearts are hardened, as God has allowed some to persist in their sin.

The Bible indicates that the rejection of God's offer of salvation is a consequence of His sovereign will and the hardening of hearts. Romans 9:18 states that God hardens whom He wills, illustrating that some are left in their sinful state as part of His divine purpose. This hardening is both a judicial act of God and a reflection of individuals’ own inclinations towards rebellion against divine truth. The existence of false faith is further illuminated by passages such as 1 John 2:19, which highlights that not all who claim to be believers are truly elect, reinforcing the reality that many will reject the gospel despite its availability.
Scripture References: Romans 9:18, 1 John 2:19, Romans 3:10, Romans 10:3

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I Would Have
Chris Cunningham · Apr 21, 2019
Joshua

Joshua

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