2 Thess. 2:14. He called you by our gospel, to the obtaining of the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Matt. 22:1–14.
204. What means does God use to make us heed the call of the Holy Spirit?
To this end He often uses suffering, often blessings, often the example of others, and such other means as may lead us to reflect.
205. Do all obey the call of the Holy Spirit?
No; many resist the Holy Spirit, and will not repent and come to Christ.
Acts 7:51. Ye do always resist the Holy Ghost.
Isa. 65:2. I have spread out my hands all the day to a rebellious people.
206. When does a person harden his heart?
A person hardens his heart when he persistently despises and opposes the voice of the Holy Spirit in his conscience.