RW>         In this way, this passage resolves the apparent
 RW> dichotomy between Calvinism and Arminianism.  God's election
 RW> includes both grace, or "power" to respond and be saved, -and-
 RW> grace, or "permission" to use our fallen will and resist if we
 RW> really insist on it.
Before I respond, I need to clarify what you are saying.  I believe that you 
are stating that God predestines the elect, but they have the ability to 
refuse.  Is that right?
Robby
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