Being known of God signifies a deep, personal relationship where God acknowledges and loves His chosen people.
In Galatians 4:9, the Apostle Paul emphasizes the importance of being known by God, stating, 'But now, after that you have known God, or rather are known of God.' This language of being 'known of God' is rich with theological significance. It speaks to the sovereign grace of God, where before the foundation of the world, God chose His elect to salvation (Ephesians 1:4-5). This knowledge is not mere awareness; it is an intimate relationship established by God's grace through Christ. To be known by God means that He has set His love upon us and has a divine purpose for our lives.
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