Definition: "Effectual" was a term in Old Testament Hebrew, which refers to the action that brings about a favorable result or effect. This term likely also had an associated sense of being fruitful. "The word affectuate means to influence (in) something by causing it to be done." The Hebrew verb "affectuate" has a figurative meaning and is often used in theological contexts, suggesting that God's actions are not just external but can lead to or effect the outcome of things. In other words, when God uses his will to accomplish certain actions, they are said to have an "effectual" result. For example: - When Jesus said: "Whoever does my will is my servant; and whoever does not do my will is a被执行人." (Matthew 25:40) This verse means that only those who believe in God's will can be called servants of God. But when they fail to obey, they are considered as false servants or dishwashers. In summary, "Affectuate" refers to an action that has an effect on something by causing it to occur in a specific way, and it typically has a positive connotation, implying that the result or outcome is favorable for God's purposes.

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