Lesson 11 - The Doctrine of Unconditional Elect

Question 1

Define Unconditional Election

Answer 1

God’s decision to save someone does not ultimately depend on anything in that person.

Question 2

How is unconditional election different than the arminian view?

Answer 2

1. ) Concerned with God’s choice (not ours)
2. ) Concerned with God’s choice for salvation (not service)
3. ) Concerned with God’s choice of individuals for salvation (not nations)

Question 3

What are some implications of unconditional election?

Answer 3

1. ) God’s election is not based on foreseen faith, repentance, perseverance, or good works.
2. ) We choose God because He first chose us.
3. ) Even faith and repentance are free gifts of God: works of supernatural grace in us.
4. ) God also ultimately determines that some sinners will not be saved.

Question 4

How is unconditional election related to sola gratia?

Answer 4

1. ) Salvation is by grace alone
2. ) Therefore, there can be no ground for boasting in our salvation.
3. ) Therefore, even our faith and repentance must be free gifts of God.
4. ) Therefore, whether or not we are saved must depend ultimately on God alone.