Light + Truth Called by God’s Voice
Dec 30, 2025
Dive into the intriguing world of divine calling and election. John Piper explores how God's call transcends mere persuasion, acting as a powerful creation of faith. He emphasizes that revelation is reserved for the humble, using biblical examples like Peter's confession. Piper also debates corporate versus individual election, underscoring that the New Testament highlights God's choice of individuals. Through scriptural interpretations, he reveals how God delights in choosing the unlikely, showcasing His sovereign grace.
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Begin With Calling, Not Election
- Start your spiritual reflection with the work of grace and calling, not by questioning election first.
- Ascend to assurance by noticing God's calling and your response, then consider election afterward.
Peter's Revelation Of Christ
- Peter's confession in Matthew 16 shows God revealed Jesus' identity to him, not human reasoning.
- Piper uses this example to illustrate how God reveals Christ to "babes" by his pleasure and choice.
Reading "Chosen In Him" Relationally
- Ephesians 1:4 can mean God chose people in relation to Christ, not merely chose Christ and left membership open to human choice.
- Piper argues "he chose us in him" fits a view where God determines who is in Christ according to his counsel.
