God's predestination is affirmed in Scripture, particularly in Ephesians 1:4-5, which states He chose us in Christ before the foundation of the world.
The doctrine of predestination is rooted in Scripture, especially in Ephesians 1:4-5, where it explicitly states, 'According as he hath chosen us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and without blame before him in love.' This underscores the eternal nature of God's choice, indicating that our salvation is not based on anything we do but on God's will alone. Additionally, 2 Thessalonians 2:13 reminds us that 'God hath from the beginning chosen you to salvation.' These passages reflect the sovereign grace of God, affirming that He alone determines who will be saved, thereby providing the assurance that our salvation does not depend on our own actions but solely on His divine decree.
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