The Highway Forums General Discussion Theology Discussion Forum Question asked for the Reformed

I realize it is probably too simplistic for many, but the answer lies in Romans 9.

As far as giving more time, that shows graciousness to the person. Possibly from an arminian point of view, their mantra might be just give us more time or opportunity. Well, God is giving them both. Though as the question states or implies, man is incapable of saving themselves.

As to the implication in the question that if God commands or requires obedience, then it is necessary for the person to have the ability to be obedient. I don't think the Bible teaches that. For example, the first and great commandment is to love God with all your heart, mind, soul, and strength. But there is none but Christ who has the ability to meet that requirement. So why does God give us that commandment, when He knows full well that we cannot be obedient to it.

So, if there are questioning of God on areas of his election or providence, then using the same reasoning, questions must be ask on almost every area of theology and doctrine.