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Why is the call of the Spirit essential for salvation?

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The call of the Spirit is essential because it is the means through which God effectually draws His elect to Himself for salvation.

The call of the Spirit is pivotal in the process of salvation, as articulated in John 6:44-45, where it emphasizes that no one can come to Christ unless drawn by the Father. This drawing is the work of the Holy Spirit, who effectually calls the elect to life and faith in Jesus Christ. Without this call, individuals remain spiritually dead and incapable of responding to the Gospel. Romans 10:14 affirms that faith results from hearing the Word of God, but that hearing must be accompanied by the Spirit's life-giving power. Thus, the call of the Spirit indicates God's initiative in salvation, ensuring that those He has chosen will inevitably respond to His grace, a process underscored by the doctrines of irresistible grace and regeneration.
Scripture References: John 6:44-45, Romans 10:14

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