The Sovereign Grace of God | Dr. Stephen Conley

Texts:  Genesis 25:19-34; Romans 9:6-16; Hebrews 12:15-17   God's Miraculous Grace (Gen. 25:19-21) God's promise of continues as He answers Isaac's prayer for children. God's miraculous grace is displayed in giving Isaac and Rebekah children in the midst of years of barrenness.   God's Electing Grace (Gen. 25:22-28; Rom. 9:6-16) In this passage, there are two sons with two predetermined destinies. God chooses who will be His own – not based on human merit, but solely by His grace. The doctrine of election eliminates pride, encourages gratitude, and propels evangelism.   God's Warning Grace (Gen. 25:29-34; Heb. 12:15-17) Esau sells his birthright for a meal in the backdrop of Jacob's deception. This serves to warn us against trusting our own deceitful desires for the instant gratification of our flesh.