Being called by God is crucial because it signifies the effectual invitation to salvation and ensures that believers are led to Jesus.
The call of God is an essential aspect of salvation, as it represents the moment when an individual is drawn to Christ in faith. Jude 1 states that believers are 'called', meaning that God actively summons them into a relationship with Him. This is not a mere invitation but an effectual call that guarantees a response from those who belong to Him, much like an authoritative call that resonates deeply. This calling reflects God's sovereignty and grace, demonstrating that it is by His will that individuals come to believe. In Reformed theology, the call is seen as a pivotal moment where God's elect recognize their sinfulness and the sufficiency of Christ, leading to genuine faith.
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