The question, then, is this: Does the Bible teach that people have the power and initiative within their own will to believe the gospel? The question is not, “Are people morally responsible for their actions?” The Bible declares that we are. We are responsible to God for every act of will and work that we perform. Neither is the question, “Do people have the opportunity to believe?” The Bible declares that we do. God has made Himself known to all people, either in nature, conscience, or the gospel, so that all are without excuse (Rom. 1:18-23; 2:14-16; Ac. 14:16-17). The question, rather, is this: Do people have a free and unfettered will by which they are able to believe? The Bible declares that they do not. The teaching of Scripture is that all people are born into this life corrupt in nature and therefore ill-disposed to the gospel and to the truth. This is the doctrine of total depravity.

Sam Storms

CATEGORY	CUISINE	TAG	YIELD
Vegetables, Dairy, Meats		Soups, Carnation	33	Servings

INGREDIENTS

6	oz	Vegetable oil
1 1/2	lb	Onions; coarsely chopped
1 1/4	lb	Potatoes; diced
1	lb	Carrots; diced
1	lb	Celery; sliced
1	cn	Chef-Mate Bacon 'n Cheddar Cheese Sauce (#10 can)
2	c	Beer
1	qt	Chicken stock
1 1/4	lb	Mixed Vegetables; frozen
1/2	ts	Paprika
1/2	ts	White Pepper
1/4	ts	Liquid Smoke flavor
2	tb	Parsley; chopped

INSTRUCTIONS

1.  Place vegetable oil in large stockpot. Add onios, potatoes, carrots and
celery; saute 25-30 minutes or until vegetables are cooked. 2. Add
remaining ingredients. Combine thoroughly. Simmer 20 minutes over low heat,
stirring occasionally. Serve hot.
Makes 25 one cup servings.
Source: Carnation Company
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