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Romans 9:18-21 — "God's Sovereign Choice"

Whether Paul's potter-and-clay metaphor teaches unconditional individual election to salvation (Calvinist reading) or God's sovereign freedom in salvation history (Arminian/corporate reading).

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Reformed Baptist Churches (1689 London Baptist Confession)

Reformed Baptist Churches (1689 London Baptist Confession)

Evangelical

Affirms

Gods unconditional election; vessels for honor prepared

Reformed Baptists affirm Calvinist reading: God hardens whom he wills. His election of some for mercy stands immovable. Potter-clay analogy teaches God complete authority.\n\n1689 Confession foundational: salvation depends on sovereign choice not human will. Some prepared as vessels for honor; others for dishonor. Distinction based on Gods eternal decree.

Scripture References

Sources

  • 1689 London Baptist Confession Chapter 3
  • John Calvin Institutes
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