What is effectual calling?

Westminster Shorter Catechism

What is effectual calling?

Questions
Question 31
Westminster Shorter Catechism
Westminster Shorter Catechism

Westminster Shorter Catechism

What is effectual calling?

Questions
Question 31

Question

What is effectual calling?

Answer

Effectual calling is the work of God’s Spirit,[1] whereby, convincing us of our sin and misery,[2] enlightening our minds in the knowledge of Christ,[3] and renewing our wills,[4] he doth persuade and enable us to embrace Jesus Christ, freely offered to us in the gospel.[5]

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Q31: What is effectual calling? | Westminster Shorter Catechism | Scripture Spot