Renewing Your Mind Irresistible Grace
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May 15, 2025 
R.C. Sproul, founder of Ligonier Ministries, shares profound insights on irresistible grace in Reformed theology. He debunks the myth that God forces people into His kingdom, clarifying that the Holy Spirit transforms hearts to willingly embrace faith. Sproul discusses the divine act of regeneration leading to faith, emphasizing the critical role of God's sovereignty and effectual grace in salvation. He reassures believers about their security in faith, highlighting the importance of accurate understanding of grace.
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Misconception of Irresistible Grace
- Irresistible grace means God changes hearts so people willingly embrace Christ, not that He drags them unwillingly.
- People run joyfully to Christ because the Spirit changes their hearts towards willingness.
Grace Overcomes Human Resistance
- Humans naturally resist God's grace consistently throughout history.
- God's grace is powerful enough to overcome our resistance, thus it is effectual rather than uncontested.
Regeneration Precedes Faith
- Reformed theology uniquely teaches that regeneration logically precedes faith.
- This means God must first change our hearts to enable us to exercise faith, not that faith precedes regeneration.
