Election (2 Thessalonians 2:13-14) | Charles Spurgeon

Deep Dive into Election (2 Thessalonians 2:13-14) by Charles SpurgeonIn his 1855 sermon on 2 Thessalonians 2:13-14, Charles Spurgeon defends the doctrine of divine election, urging listeners to set aside their prejudices and carefully examine Scripture. He establishes the truth of election by noting its historical presence in the Church of England's Articles, the Waldensian creed, and the Baptist Confession, while primarily grounding his argument in the frequent use of the term "elect" by Jesus and the apostles.Spurgeon asserts that election is absolute, meaning it is not based on God's foresight of human faith or good works, because both of these virtues are ultimately gifts granted by God. He also emphasizes that election is eternal, having been determined by God in the unfathomable depths of eternity long before the universe was created. Furthermore, he argues that this choice is personal and specific to individuals, rejecting the notion that God only elects entire nations. He dismisses complaints about the fairness of election by pointing out that those who remain unelected do not genuinely desire holiness or a relationship with God in the first place, meaning God simply leaves them to their own chosen preferences.Addressing the practical effects of this doctrine, Spurgeon warns against the dangerous heresy of believing that election allows a person to live in sin. Instead, he insists that God elects people specifically to sanctification and faith, meaning that a holy life and trust in Christ are the necessary evidence of one's election. For the Christian, understanding election produces profound humility by stripping away any pride in personal merit. It also fosters extreme boldness, as the believer realizes they are chosen by their Maker and need not fear the world. Finally, Spurgeon offers encouragement to the ungodly, explaining that election should not cause despair but hope. Because God has chosen an innumerable multitude, anyone who earnestly desires salvation and seeks Christ can be assured that they are among the elect, for God has never turned away a seeking soul.Reformed Theologian GPT: https://chat.openai.com/g/g-XXwzX1gnv-reformed-theologianYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReformedExplainerWorship Music: https://suno.com/playlist/3a498d0f-c90e-4981-8aa7-59834e7239f7https://buymeacoffee.com/edi2730