"God's decree is the cause of all things, so that nothing happens but by his will and appointment."

"It is not in our power to believe, but it is the gift of God."

"For we do not say that man is dragged unwillingly into sinning, but that because his will is corrupt he is held captive under the yoke of sin and therefore of necessity wills in an evil way."

"The reprobate, though they have the outward call of the Gospel, yet are not inwardly illuminated by the Spirit."

"God has his reasons for electing some and reprobating others, though these reasons are hidden from us."