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Why is calling on the name of the Lord essential for salvation?

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Calling on the name of the Lord is essential because it is through this act that individuals express their faith and dependence on God's mercy for salvation.

The act of calling on the name of the Lord is critical in the doctrine of salvation as it signifies a genuine recognition of one's need for divine mercy and a response to God's calling. In Joel 2:32, it states that 'whosoever shall call on the name of the Lord shall be saved,' emphasizing that personal acknowledgment of sin and a plea for God's grace is fundamental to salvation. This aligns with the Reformed understanding that while God sovereignly elects, He also requires a response of faith, which is expressed in calling out to Him. It reflects the believer's active role in seeking the Lord for mercy and assurance of salvation.
Scripture References: Joel 2:32, Acts 2:21, Romans 10:13

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