Calvinists insist that the sole cause of regeneration or being born again is the will of God. God first sovereignly and efficaciously regenerates, and only in consequence of that do we act. Therefore, the individual is passive in regeneration, neither preparing himself nor making himself receptive to what God will do. Regeneration is a change wrought in us by God, not an autonomous act performed by us for ourselves. Man’s status in regard to regeneration is that of a recipient, not a contributor. Man is spiritually, in relation to regeneration, what Lazarus was physically, in relation to resurrection: dead, passive, unable to do anything at all, wholly subject to the will of Him who gives life and breath to whomever He desires.

Sam Storms

CATEGORY	CUISINE	TAG	YIELD
Meats		Main dish, Hamburger, Beef	5	Servings

INGREDIENTS

3 1/2	c	Browned/Seasoned Freezer Mix
1	cn	Tomatoes;(16oz),canned
1/2	c	Celery; chopped
1/2	c	Water
1 1/4	ts	Salt
1/4	ts	Pepper
1/8	ts	Basil leaves
1/8	ts	Marjoram leaves
3	oz	Noodle; uncooked, fine

INSTRUCTIONS

Cook freezer mix large skillet until meat is brown. Drain off fat. Stir in
tomatoes (with liquid) and remaining ingredients; break up tomatoes. Heat
to boiling. Reduce heat; cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, until
noodles are tender, about 20 minutes. (A small amount of water can be added
if necessary.)
From Gemini's MASSIVE MealMaster collection at www.synapse.com/~gemini

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