Grace to You: Radio Podcast The Sovereignty of God in Salvation
Nov 13, 2025
John MacArthur, a veteran Bible teacher known for his deep expository preaching, takes listeners on a profound journey through Ephesians, exploring the sovereignty of God in salvation. He unpacks the concepts of divine choice and predestination, emphasizing that salvation is entirely the work of God. MacArthur reveals grace as the means of receiving forgiveness through Christ's sacrificial blood and discusses the inseparable connection between believers' hope and faith. Ultimately, all glory and praise are attributed solely to God for His dramatic work of salvation.
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Salvation Is Entirely God’s Work
- John MacArthur emphasizes that every aspect of salvation is the work of God, from choice to sealing.
- He insists salvation is mediated through Christ and the Spirit so all glory belongs to God.
Choice, Predestination, Then Grace
- MacArthur outlines a sequence: God chose, predestined, and then graced us, showing divine initiative before any human response.
- Grace is described as undeserved favor that activates God's choice and predestination.
Redemption Bought By Christ’s Blood
- Redemption and forgiveness are central and purchased by Christ's blood, securing believers' freedom from sin and condemnation.
- MacArthur stresses the price was real suffering and death, making the blood of Christ precious and praiseworthy.
