Theological Terms

Question 1

Effectual Calling

Answer 1

Is an act of God the Father, speaking through the human proclamation of the gospel, in which he summons people to himself in such a way that they respond in saving faith.

Question 2

Divine Grace

Answer 2

It is the time when, on the grounds of his eternal, federal, representative union with Christ, the elect sinner is brought by the Holy Spirit into a real, vital, personal union with his Covenant Head and Redeemer.

Question 3

Divine Power

Answer 3

It is effected by the Holy Spirit, who acts both mediately, by the word, in the mind, giving understanding and conviction, and at the same time immediately, with the word, in the hidden depths of the heart, implanting new life and power, effectively dethroning sin, and making the sinner both able and willing to respond to the gospel invitation.

Question 4

Gospel Call

Answer 4

Comes through human speech or preaching.

Question 5

Regeneration

Answer 5

Is a secret act of God in which he imparts new spiritual life to us.