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In Romans 8:28, what was the call, and who are "the called"?

Answered by Gene Cunningham, Basic Training Bible Ministries · from The Basics, Lesson 1–2: The Plan—Redemption

The call was an invitation to believe in the Lord Jesus Christ and be saved. This call has gone out to the whole world. "The called" are all who answer the call by faith in Jesus Christ.

Also asked: What is the definition of 'the called' in the context of Romans 8:28, and what does it mean to be among them? · What is the invitation to believe in Jesus Christ and be saved, and who are the people who accept this invitation? · Who are the individuals invited to accept salvation through faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, and what is the nature of this invitation?

Source: The Basics The Basics, Lesson 1-2 — The Plan—Redemption (p.13) · Read this lesson in the book → · Read this lesson online →

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