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Why was Abel's offering accepted while Cain's was not?

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God accepted Abel's offering because it was made in faith, while Cain's was based on his own efforts and lacked a true understanding of God's grace.

In Genesis 4, God had respect unto Abel's offering because it reflected genuine faith in the promise of redemption. Abel brought the firstling of his flock, recognizing the need for a substitutionary sacrifice, which symbolized the coming Redeemer. His action demonstrated a heart posture aligned with God's will. On the other hand, Cain’s offering, though it might have appeared good externally, was rooted in a self-reliant attitude, lacking the acknowledgment of sin and the need for grace. Thus, God’s rejection of Cain's offering serves as a significant lesson on the necessity of faith and the attitude with which one approaches God, reaffirmed in Romans 9:11 that God's purpose according to election might stand.
Scripture References: Genesis 4:4-5, Romans 9:11

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