Election Untangled

Chosen for the Gospel, Not for Salvation

De: Marvin McKenzie

Narrado por: Virtual Voice

Election Untangled: Chosen for the Gospel, Not for Salvation

Few doctrines in Scripture have been more hotly debated—and more misunderstood—than the doctrine of election. For centuries, Christians have asked: Who does God choose? Does election mean only some can be saved? Is salvation restricted to the “elect”? These questions have divided churches, sparked controversy, and caused confusion for believers seeking clear biblical answers.

In Election Untangled, Pastor Marvin McKenzie takes readers on a journey from Genesis to Revelation to uncover what the Bible really teaches about election. With clarity, conviction, and a strong Baptist voice, he demonstrates that election is not about limiting salvation to a secret few—it is about God choosing His instruments and means so that the gospel would be secured for all.

From Noah building the ark, to Abraham being called as the father of nations, to Israel’s role as God’s chosen people, to Christ Himself as the Elect One, Scripture consistently shows that God elects people to service, to mission, to purpose—not to exclusion. In the New Testament, election continues through local, visible congregations of believers, chosen by God to carry the gospel to the world. Election, rightly understood, fuels evangelism, strengthens churches, and preserves the sincerity of the gospel invitation: “Whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved” (Romans 10:13).

This book tackles the tough questions head-on:

• Does Calvinism misinterpret election by equating it with salvation?

• Does Arminianism make the same error by simply shifting the conditions?

• What does Romans 9–11 really teach about Israel, Jacob and Esau, and God’s purpose in election?

• How does election tie into the Great Commission and the mission of Baptist churches today?

• What comfort can believers draw from God’s electing purpose?

With clear exposition, biblical illustrations, and historic Baptist insights, Election Untangled shows that God’s election secures, rather than restricts, the free offer of salvation to all. It reminds readers that God’s churches are His chosen instruments, the “pillar and ground of the truth,” called to shine the gospel light to every soul.

Whether you are a Baptist wanting a stronger grasp of doctrine, a pastor seeking clear teaching material, or a believer wrestling with questions about God’s sovereignty and man’s responsibility, this book will strengthen your faith and sharpen your understanding. You will come away convinced that election is not a doctrine to divide or discourage, but one to comfort, inspire, and motivate believers to greater service for Christ.

If you have ever struggled with questions like:

• “Am I really one of the elect?”

• “Does God want everyone to be saved—or just a few?”

• “What role do churches play in God’s plan?”

…then Election Untangled is the book you need.

Discover the biblical truth that has been obscured by centuries of confusion: God’s election is about His purpose, not about restricting His mercy. It is about His sovereign wisdom in ensuring that the gospel is preserved, proclaimed, and made available to whosoever will.