The Doctrine of Election: Understanding God's Choice in the Bible, Lecture notes of Political Science

Download The Doctrine of Election: Understanding God's Choice in the Bible and more Lecture notes Political Science in PDF only on Docsity! The Doctrine of Election Various Scriptures “You did not choose me, but I chose you. I appointed you to go and produce fruit and that your fruit should remain, so that whatever you ask the Father in my name, he will give you.” -John 15:16 In your opinion, what are some common misunderstandings about the doctrine of election? _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ *Christians will not be ____________. *Man does not have _________ will. *God is not being ___________. What is election in the Bible? God’s plan to bring salvation to His people and His world. It is the conviction that out of all the peoples on earth God has chosen to reveal Himself in a special, unique way to one particular people. (Psalm 147:19-20) Hebrew: bachar; The objects of divine selection; to choose. (Genesis 6:2; 13:11; Exodus 17:9) Greek: eklegomai; To choose something for oneself. (Matthew 22:14; Luke 18:7; Colossians 3:12) Here are some other words that describe election and indicate that God has entered into a special relationship with certain individuals and groups to fulfill His purpose of salvation. *Predestined: An outcome or course of events that have been ______________ in advance by divine will or fate. (Romans 8:29-30) *Foreordain: To know beforehand. (1 Peter 1:20) *Determine: Having made a firm ______________ and being resolved not to change it. (Genesis 41:32; 1 Samuel 12:22) *Call: To designate. (Ephesians 4:1-3) Election in the Old Testament: In a broad sense, the teaching of election in the Bible refers to the fact that God chooses to do everything that He does in whatever way He sees fit. In the Old Testament we see this in the creation of the world, choosing Abraham to be the father of the nation of Israel, and using Israel as an instrument of His salvation. Objects of Election: Events: In the Bible there are several notable events that take place. The important thing to keep in mind is that God is always in control and aware of everything that is happening whether it is His doing or mankind. What are some events that you can think of that highlight God’s election? *___________Genesis 1-2 *The battle between ________ and ___________. Exodus 7-12 As you reflect on the event/story of creation in Genesis 1-2, can you identify some areas where you see God’s election? _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ *God _____________ to create the heavens and the earth. *In doing so, God made ______________just the way _______ wanted it. Individuals: Also in the Bible, there are numerous individuals who have been chosen by God to do specific things. Can you think of any? _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ *_____________Nehemiah 9:7 *______________Malachi 1:2-3 *____________ Exodus 3:4-10 Entities: Lastly we see election in non-genetic groups and genetic groups. God’s choice of non-genetic groups include any nation or kingdom. God’s choice of genetic groups include anyone related to His chosen nation. *Non-genetic: ___________Isaiah 13:1-3 *Genetic: ____________ Genesis 17:7-8 What is the purpose of Election? Service: God chooses people and groups to fulfill His purpose or accomplish a _________. God chose people to be judges, prophets, priests, leaders, and kings. He even chooses people to make furnishings. Exodus 31:1-6 Salvation: Abraham was chosen to be a blessing to all nations and in order that he should instruct his children to walk in Yahweh’s way. The nation of Israel was the