Westminister Shorter Catechism
Q. 31.) What is effectual calling?
A. 31.) Effectual calling is the work of God's Spirit,(1) whereby, convincing us of
our sin and misery,(2) enlightening our minds in the knowledge of Christ,(3) and
renewing our wills,(4) he doth persuade and enable us to embrace Jesus Christ, freely
offered to us in the gospel.(5)
(1) 2 Timothy 1:9; 2 Thessalonians 2:13-14;
(2) Acts 2:37;
(3) Acts 26:18;
(4) Ezekiel 36:26-27;
(5) John 6:44-45; Philippians 2:13;