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It is always a challenge to review the relation between evangelism and election. Biblical views are essential. Important exponents of evangelism such as Bosch, Bevans and Schroeder, Christopher Wright, and Kirk are presented, but also the challenging view of Tutu. Especially Bosch’s comprehensive view of evangelism is important. He explains that evangelism is not presenting the gospel to those in need to hear it again after rejecting it, but presenting the gospel of salvation to all. Calvin’s view on election is always extremely important because of his views on election and rejection. He explains his view that God elects in freedom in Christ because He is the living God and that He has the right to reject those who are not in Christ because of their sins. Ephesians 1 and Romans 9 call for intensive scrutiny in this regard. Election is always in Christ, and one should emphasise the mercy and love of God. Evangelism and election go together, for both proclaim the glory of God in his love. The call to come and convert to God in evangelism is essential for the church. Election and evangelism are about the love of God in Christ, the crucified and resurrected one. Therefore, the missional church should always proclaim new life in Christ in the future in God’s mercy and love. Election and evangelism are not mutually exclusive but call for radically honouring the living God in his total redemption of humankind. |
