God chose to set his love on the Israelites not because of any merit in them but solely because of mercy in him.
David PlattI always questioned if I was CALLED to adopt, but then I realized no child was ever CALLED to be an orphan.
David PlattGod loves me so that I might make him— his ways, his salvation, his glory, and his greatness—known among all nations.
David PlattDisciple making also involves teaching people to obey all that Christ has commanded us. Now some might say, "Isn't that what preachers are supposed to do?" And in one sense, the answer to this question is yes. God has clearly called and gifted some people in the church to teach his Word formally. At the same time, he has commanded every follower of Jesus to teach his Word relationally.
David Platt