Christ's current reign is affirmed by His victory over sin and Satan, and His promise that all His elect will be saved.
The belief that Christ reigns currently is rooted in the promises of Scripture that affirm His sovereignty and divine authority. Revelation 20 describes the binding of Satan, which signifies the limitations placed upon him regarding the deception of the nations. Since the time of Christ’s ascension, He has been seated at the right hand of the Father, ruling with authority over heaven and earth. This reign includes the assurance that every one of the elect, predestined before the foundation of the world, will come to faith in Him. The defeat of Satan at the cross, as depicted in various scriptural passages, underscores the effectiveness of His atonement in establishing His reign in the hearts of believers. Thus, we recognize His ongoing work in preserving and saving His people.
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