What Is Regeneration?
Digital Logos Edition
Overview
Many people believe they can initiate their salvation—either through choosing to believe or on their own merits. Yet the Bible is clear that we can’t take even the first step toward reconciliation with God on our own. We are spiritually dead and can do nothing unless we are given new life. Matthew Barrett explores the doctrine of regeneration to show us what truly happens to us when we are saved. He compares the gospel call with the effectual call and shows us how God’s gift of a new heart and new birth—not anything we have done—initiates our salvation.
Top Highlights
“God’s act of regeneration precedes belief. The implication, therefore, is that it is God’s act of regeneration that creates the faith man needs to believe.” (Pages 22–23)
“The Lord must first circumcise the heart so that the sinner can exercise a will that believes.” (Page 16)
“It is this effectual call that is grounded in predestination and results in justification.” (Page 10)
“Water is used to represent the spiritual washing that must take place for one to be regenerated” (Page 20)
“In Scripture the new birth is something God accomplishes and gives to us” (Page 35)
