Why God Draws Men to Christ for Salvation.

One of the profound truths of the Bible is that God draws men to Christ for salvation because, in their sinful nature, no unbeliever is capable of coming to Christ on their own. Humanity is spiritually dead and unable to seek God without divine intervention. Ephesians 2:1 describes the human condition, saying, “As for you, you were dead in your transgressions and sins.” A dead person cannot act, and similarly, those who are spiritually dead cannot approach Christ unless God draws them through His grace.
Our Lord Jesus emphasized this truth when He said, “No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws them” (John 6:44). This statement highlights our complete dependence on God’s initiative for salvation. Left to ourselves, we are blinded by sin and incapable of recognizing our need for a Savior. Romans 3:11 affirms, “There is no one who understands; there is no one who seeks God.” God’s drawing is an act of His sovereign grace, enabling people to respond to Christ in faith.

As God draws men to Christ, they are also called the “taught of God.” Jesus referenced this concept when He said, “It is written in the Prophets: ‘They will all be taught by God.’ Everyone who has heard the Father and learned from him comes to me” (John 6:45). This teaching happens through the work of the Holy Spirit, who convicts the world of sin, righteousness, and judgment (John 16:8). The Spirit opens the hearts of unbelievers, helping them to understand their need for salvation and leading them to the Lord Jesus.

An example of being “taught by God” can be seen in the life of Lydia, a woman Paul encountered in Philippi. Acts 16:14 says, “The Lord opened her heart to respond to Paul’s message.” Lydia did not come to faith through her own efforts; rather, God taught her by drawing her heart to understand and accept the gospel. This is a pattern for all who come to Christ—they are drawn and taught by God’s Spirit.

God’s drawing and teaching reveal His love and grace. He patiently leads people to salvation, even when they are resistant or unaware of their need. It is a reflection of His desire for all to be saved, as 2 Peter 3:9 states, “The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead, he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.”

Ultimately, God draws men to Christ for His glory and to fulfill His redemptive plan. His teaching and drawing reveal His power to save and transform lives. This divine initiative ensures that salvation is entirely by grace, leaving no room for human boasting (Ephesians 2:8-9). As believers, we are grateful recipients of this gift, drawn to Christ not because of our worthiness but because of God’s boundless love and mercy.