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How do we know election and foreknowledge is true?

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We know election and foreknowledge is true through Scripture, which repeatedly affirms God's sovereign choice.

The doctrine of election and foreknowledge is firmly grounded in the biblical text. 1 Peter 1:2 states that believers are 'elect according to the foreknowledge of God the Father.' This affirmation is seen throughout Scripture where God's sovereign will and grace are emphasized. Ephesians 1:4-5 elaborates that believers were chosen in Christ before the foundation of the world, establishing that God's choice is not contingent upon human action but is rooted in His eternal plan and purpose.

Moreover, Romans 8:29-30 reinforces this teaching, proclaiming that those whom God foreknew, He also predestined for conformity to the image of His Son. This chain of divine action—foreknowledge, predestination, calling, justification, and glorification—affirms the certainty and security of salvation for the elect. Through these scriptural assurances, the doctrine of election stands firm, pointing to God’s initiative in salvation and His unchanging purpose for His chosen ones.
Scripture References: 1 Peter 1:2, Ephesians 1:4-5, Romans 8:29-30

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1 Peter 1:2
J.C. Philpot · Mar 22, 2016
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