 His purpose in election might stand. And he goes on to talk about the fact that God sometimes calls people and gives them mercy and kindness. And others he raises up and hardens their heart to display his power. And he's talking about the sovereign choice of God. Now, this is a challenge, friends, especially for human beings who love free will and free choice. But I want to remind you today as we're looking into this topic, there is no one who is freer than God.