We know God's love is true as it is demonstrated through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, fulfilling the promise of salvation for the elect.
The assurance of God's love towards His elect is firmly rooted in the historical reality of Christ's sacrifice. John 3:16 proclaims, 'For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son.' This declaration underlines the pivotal nature of Christ's death as a demonstration of God’s love, where Jesus willingly took on the sins of His people even before they acknowledged Him.
Moreover, the concept of effectual calling emphasizes that God's love extends into the hearts of the elect at a time known to Him, leading them to salvation. In this way, God's love is proven as He does not leave His people in their state of sin but actively brings them to repentance and faith—a fulfillment of His covenantal promises. Therefore, the historical acts of redemption and ongoing work of the Holy Spirit solidify the certainty of God's enduring love.
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