--- title: "Chapter 10: Of Effectual Calling | RP Testimony" description: "Chapter 10 of the RP Testimony: Of Effectual Calling. Read the 2026 RPCNA Constitution text, Scripture proofs, and the corresponding Westminster Confession chapter." canonical: "https://ctkrp.org/testimony/chapter-10-effectual-calling/" source: "https://ctkrp.org/assets/rpcna-constitution-2026.pdf#page=43" --- # Chapter 10: Of Effectual Calling | RP Testimony 1. Preaching the Gospel consists in the offer of salvation through Christ to sinners, accompanied with such an explanation of the various parts of God’s Word as may help to persuade men to receive Christ as Savior, and to live and walk in Him. 2 Cor. 5:20; Matt. 28:20; Isa. 55:1-3. 2. The elect are effectually called by means of the Gospel offer. This offer is not a declaration to any sinner that his name is in the Book of Life. It is founded upon God’s command to offer Christ and all His benefits to sinners. There is no inconsistency between the biblical doctrine of particular redemption and the command to offer the Gospel to all men. Deut. 29:29; Mark 16:15; Luke 24:46- 47; 2 Tim. 2:19. 3. We reject the teaching that the Gospel offer of salvation is freely and truly offered only to the elect. We reject the teaching that particular redemption is to be so understood and presented that Christ as ransom and propitiation is not preached or offered to all men indiscriminately. 4. We reject the teaching that all will be effectually called and ultimately saved. 5. We reject the view that those who are diligent and sincere in a false religion have eternal life. 6. Evangelism is the proclamation of Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord as He is offered in the Gospel. Christ laid the responsibility upon the whole Church to make this proclamation. The task is not restricted to ordained officers. Each member is to take his share of the responsibility according to the gifts God has given him. Acts 2:36; Matt. 28:18-20; John 20:21; 1 Cor. 12:4-11; Eph. 4:7-16. 7. Those evangelizing should use all available means consistent with the Bible so that every person may be given the opportunity to hear, understand and receive the Gospel. While guarding against undue pressure, we must urge men to be reconciled to God. 1 Cor. 9:20-22; 1 Cor. 2:2-5; 2 Cor. 5: 20. 8. Evangelism is not only to seek the conversion of sinners but also to build them up to become effective in the Church’s continuing task. Col. 1:27-28; Eph. 4:12-15. 9. The Great Commission requires the Church to take the whole Gospel to the whole world. The Bible recognizes the legitimacy of diverse cultures. Every culture is to be transformed and made subject to Christ through redeemed men, all for the glory of God. Matt. 28:18-20; 1 Cor. 9:19-23; 1 Cor. 10: 32-33; Rev. 21:24, 26; Ps. 72:10-11. 10. Wherever consistent with faithfulness to God’s truth, different branches of the visible church should cooperate in evangelism to strengthen their witness by demonstrating their unity in Christ. John 17:20-21. ## For kids — a study explanation (ages 10–13) These explanations are separate from the official text above. Words to knowEffectual callingGod’s Word and Spirit bringing someone to Christ, actually changing their heart so they willingly believe.RegenerationThe Spirit’s work of giving new spiritual life; also called the new birth.RejectsSays that a teaching is wrong and must not be accepted.OrdainedSet apart by the church for a church office.GospelThe good news of salvation through Jesus Christ. ### Testimony 10.1 Preaching should genuinely offer Christ to sinners, explain God’s Word, and call people to trust and follow him. [Read original point 1 and its Scripture proofs →](https://ctkrp.org/testimony/chapter-10-effectual-calling/#point-1) ### Testimony 10.2 God uses the gospel offer to bring his chosen people to faith. We offer Christ to everyone because God commands it, without first identifying who is chosen. [Read original point 2 and its Scripture proofs →](https://ctkrp.org/testimony/chapter-10-effectual-calling/#point-2) ### Testimony 10.3 The Testimony rejects limiting a genuine offer of salvation to the elect. Particular redemption does not prevent us from freely offering Christ to every person. [Read original point 3 and its Scripture proofs →](https://ctkrp.org/testimony/chapter-10-effectual-calling/#point-3) ### Testimony 10.4 The Testimony rejects the teaching that everyone will eventually be brought to faith and saved. [Read original point 4 and its Scripture proofs →](https://ctkrp.org/testimony/chapter-10-effectual-calling/#point-4) ### Testimony 10.5 The Testimony rejects the idea that sincerity and diligence in a false religion give a person eternal life. [Read original point 5 and its Scripture proofs →](https://ctkrp.org/testimony/chapter-10-effectual-calling/#point-5) ### Testimony 10.6 Sharing the gospel is the whole church’s responsibility, including ordinary members according to their gifts, rather than only ordained leaders. [Read original point 6 and its Scripture proofs →](https://ctkrp.org/testimony/chapter-10-effectual-calling/#point-6) ### Testimony 10.7 Use methods consistent with Scripture to help people hear and understand the gospel. Urge them to turn to God without manipulative pressure. [Read original point 7 and its Scripture proofs →](https://ctkrp.org/testimony/chapter-10-effectual-calling/#point-7) ### Testimony 10.8 Evangelism includes helping converts mature and participate in the church’s continuing work. [Read original point 8 and its Scripture proofs →](https://ctkrp.org/testimony/chapter-10-effectual-calling/#point-8) ### Testimony 10.9 The church must bring the whole gospel to every nation. Cultures have legitimate differences, but each must be transformed under Christ’s authority. [Read original point 9 and its Scripture proofs →](https://ctkrp.org/testimony/chapter-10-effectual-calling/#point-9) ### Testimony 10.10 Churches should cooperate in evangelism where they can do so faithfully, showing their unity in Christ. [Read original point 10 and its Scripture proofs →](https://ctkrp.org/testimony/chapter-10-effectual-calling/#point-10) ### Talk about it Who can you share the good news about Jesus with? ### Discuss and remember Read the chapter together, then choose a question to talk about. - What does God do in a person’s heart when He brings them to Christ? - Why can we thank Him rather than boast about believing? #### Scripture to remember Ezekiel 36:26 [Read the memory passage in our Bible reader →](https://ctkrp.org/bible/?q=Ezekiel%2036%3A26) Read the passage in context. Explain it in your own words, then practice one short phrase at a time. Review it together during the week. #### Put it into practice Pray for someone to hear and believe the gospel. [Find help for family worship](https://ctkrp.org/family-worship/) Original source: [2026 RPCNA Constitution](https://ctkrp.org/assets/rpcna-constitution-2026.pdf#page=43) ## Related reading - [Salvation by grace through faith](https://ctkrp.org/learn/topics/salvation-by-grace/) - [Westminster Shorter Catechism · Question 29: How are we made partakers of the redemption purchased by Christ?](https://ctkrp.org/shorter-catechism/question-29-how-are-we-made-partakers-of-the-redemption-purchased/) - [Westminster Larger Catechism · Question 67: What is effectual calling?](https://ctkrp.org/larger-catechism/question-67-what-is-effectual-calling/) - [The Reformed Doctrine of Redemption](https://ctkrp.org/church-papers/the-reformed-doctrine-of-redemption/) - [Westminster Confession · Chapter 10](https://ctkrp.org/confession/chapter-10-effectual-calling/) - [Chapter 9](https://ctkrp.org/testimony/chapter-9-free-will/) - [Chapter 11](https://ctkrp.org/testimony/chapter-11-justification/) Canonical page: https://ctkrp.org/testimony/chapter-10-effectual-calling/