CM-021 - WCF 3.6: God's Sovereign Grace in Election

Westminster Confession of Faith 3.6 “As for those of mankind that are predestinated unto life, God, before the foundation of the world was laid, according to His eternal and immutable purpose, and the secret counsel and good pleasure of His will, hath chosen in Christ unto everlasting glory, out of His mere free grace and love, without any foresight of faith, or good works, or perseverance in either of them, or any other thing in the creature, as conditions, or causes moving Him thereunto; and all to the praise of His glorious grace.”   Episode Summary In this episode of Confessional Moments, Pastor Tim explores the doctrine of election as taught in WCF 3.6—God’s eternal and unconditional choice of His people in Christ. This concise and doctrinally rich discussion examines election as eternal, immutable, Christ-centered, and rooted entirely in God’s grace. The episode also addresses the apologetic implications of unconditional election and lays the groundwork for understanding reprobation in WCF 3.7.   Resources Mentioned John Calvin, Institutes of the Christian Religion, 1.17.2; 3.21.5. Michael Horton, The Christian Faith: A Systematic Theology for Pilgrims on the Way, Zondervan, 2011, pp. 312–332. R.C. Sproul, Chosen by God, Tyndale House, 1986, pp. 78, 142. The Westminster Assembly, The Westminster Larger Catechism, Q/A 13. Holy Scripture (ESV): Ephesians 1:4–6; John 6:37; Romans 9:11–16.   Learn more about Trinity Presbyterian Church PCA at: www.trinitychurchguam.org About Pastor Tim Pastor Tim Beauchamp has served in pastoral ministry since 2010 and planted Trinity Presbyterian Church PCA in Guam in 2015. He is committed to teaching the Scriptures, promoting Reformed theology, and equipping the church through faithful, accessible exposition of the Westminster Standards.   Confessional Moments: Anchoring hearts in Reformed truth.