I use the term Preceding Grace because words shape doctrine, and doctrine shapes devotion. When I speak about the Grace that comes before repentance and faith, I want the emphasis to fall on God's action, not on human autonomy. Jesus says, "No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws him," and yet He … Continue reading CLARE Theology: Not Left Without Hope: Why I Use “Preceding Grace” Instead of “Prevenient Grace” and “Common Grace.”
