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The Irresistible Call: How John 6 Proclaims God's Sovereign Grace in Salvation

Reason with the Scripture: Jesus declares, "No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws him..." (John 6:44). Strangely, many overlook the fact that just prior to saying this, Jesus uses the same phrase, "come to me" (showing He is talking about the same thing), when He says, "All that the Father gives me will come to me" (John 6:37). So, read in its immediate context, we can only conclude that Jesus is telling His hearers that all whom the Father draws will come to faith in Him.

The Only Hope for Sinners

This points to the biblical reality that, because of the universality of sin, no human being can stand before a holy God based on their own merit or moral efforts (Romans 3:10-12). Our best deeds are stained with sin and fall short of God’s perfect standard (Isaiah 64:6). However, by grace, through faith in Jesus Christ, believers are united with Him, and His perfect righteousness is imputed—or credited—to them (2 Corinthians 5:21).

Who shall separate us

by John Calvin

Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or danger, or sword? - R0mans 8:35

Fallacy: God Would Not Command What We Cannot Do

Many argue that God wouldn’t command something we’re incapable of doing. However, this assumption is flawed. A command does not imply ability.

Verses like "Choose life..." or "If you are willing..." do not prove human capability. These are imperatives, not statements of what we can do. What we ought to do does not mean we can do it.

God's Grace

Adapted from “Free Grace” by J Hart; Refrain by Julia Johnston

10 Implications of Praying "Hallowed Be Thy Name"

Before exploring the implications, let’s define what it means to pray, “Hallowed be Thy name.” To hallow God’s name means to revere, honor, and glorify His name as holy. It is a prayer for God to be regarded as supremely holy in the world, in His church, and in our hearts. God’s name represents His character, attributes, and reputation, so this petition is a plea for His glory to be acknowledged, upheld, and treasured above all.

Here are 10 implications of praying "Hallowed be Thy name":

10 Implications of Praying "Thy Kingdom Come"

The kingdom refers to the sovereign rule and reign of God. It encompasses both His present spiritual reign in the hearts of believers through the gospel (Luke 17:21) and His future consummated reign when Christ will return to fully establish justice, righteousness, and peace on earth (Revelation 21:1-5). The kingdom is not merely a geographical realm but the dynamic exercise of God’s authority and the advancement of His redemptive purposes in creation.

Persevering in His Preservation

"Let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith." —Hebrews 12:1-2

Blessed Man, Bless the Lord! (Psalm 34)

Adapted by Greg Pearson

No Power Can Thwart His Plans

God’s sovereignty means no power can thwart His plans, no sin can derail His grace, and no trial can outpace His mercy.

1. No power can thwart His plans

God’s sovereignty guarantees that His purposes will always come to pass, regardless of human or spiritual opposition. He rules over all creation with absolute authority and nothing can stop Him.

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