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Why is a heart prepared by God necessary for salvation?

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A heart prepared by God is essential as it enables true understanding and acceptance of the gospel.

A heart prepared by God, as illustrated in the Parable of the Sower, is crucial because only such a heart can genuinely receive and bear fruit from the gospel. Jesus teaches that the good soil signifies a heart that has been tenderized by the Holy Spirit, allowing the individual to not only hear the Word but to understand and embrace it. This preparation involves God breaking the hard heart of sin, imparting new life, and instilling a desire for His righteousness. According to sovereign grace theology, it is God who initiates this work in the believer's heart, revealing their need for Christ and creating a longing for salvation. Without this divine preparation, individuals are likely to harden their hearts, remain indifferent, or turn away from the truth.
Scripture References: Matthew 13:23, Ezekiel 36:26

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