God's initiative is vital because it ensures that salvation is entirely His work, not ours.
The concept of God taking the initiative in salvation is paramount in Reformed theology, reinforcing that 'none seek after God' (Romans 3:11) without divine intervention. It highlights that human inability to come to God necessitates His sovereign action. If God did not choose us to approach Him, as Psalm 65:4 notes, no one would ever come to Him. This principle is central to understanding not only the nature of God’s grace but also the futility of human efforts in attaining salvation. God's initiative guarantees that all glory belongs to Him alone, promoting a humble reliance on His mercy rather than personal attempts at righteousness.
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