Chosen by God
by R. C. Sproul
Reading Profile
Should I read this?
Reads like a brisk, sermon-esque argument that insists predestination follows from human sinfulness and frequent scripture quotation. Chapters are short and direct, so the useful part is a compact, scripture-centered statement you can reference or teach from without wading through lengthy debate. The annoying part is repetition: the same passages and tight doctrinal framing are reiterated until the argument feels circular. Lacks pastoral case studies or practical steps, so readers seeking nuance or application will want something broader.
Read this if...
- •a seminary student drafting a paper on election who needs a short, scripture-focused summary to cite or critique
- •a pastor preparing a sermon series on divine sovereignty who wants compact, chapter-sized theological material to adapt for teaching
- •a lay Christian wrestling with whether God or humans initiate salvation who wants a straightforward doctrinal explanation without extended philosophical detours
Skip this if...
- •you'll likely put it down when the same scriptural passages are reused and the argument starts to feel repetitive
- •annoying if you prefer balanced debate, pastoral sensitivity, or philosophical depth — the tone is doctrinally assertive rather than dialogic
- •not for someone wanting practical spiritual exercises or step-by-step pastoral guidance — no hands-on exercises and little on day-to-day application
Here is a clear scriptural case for the classic (and sometimes controversial) Christian doctrine of predestination. Through this view of a truly sovereign God, readers will see how sinfulness prevents man from choosing God on his own; instead, God must change people's hearts....
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Reading Specifications
Difficulty:hard
Audience Fit
- a seminary student drafting a paper on election who needs a short, scripture-focused summary to cite or critique
- a pastor preparing a sermon series on divine sovereignty who wants compact, chapter-sized theological material to adapt for teaching
- a lay Christian wrestling with whether God or humans initiate salvation who wants a straightforward doctrinal explanation without extended philosophical detours
- you'll likely put it down when the same scriptural passages are reused and the argument starts to feel repetitive
- annoying if you prefer balanced debate, pastoral sensitivity, or philosophical depth — the tone is doctrinally assertive rather than dialogic
- not for someone wanting practical spiritual exercises or step-by-step pastoral guidance — no hands-on exercises and little on day-to-day application
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