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Election is affirmed in Scripture as God’s sovereign choice, demonstrated in passages such as Ephesians 1:4-5, which emphasizes that believers are chosen in Christ before the foundation of the world.

The doctrine of election, rooted in God's sovereignty, finds support in various scriptural texts. Ephesians 1:4-5 states, 'According as he hath chosen us in him before the foundation of the world,' highlighting that believers are chosen by God's grace, not by their merit. Additionally, 2 Thessalonians 2:13 reminds us that God has 'from the beginning chosen you to salvation.' This clear articulation of election underscores that salvation is not arbitrary or based on human decision, but is the result of God's sovereign will, ensuring that His purpose prevails. This theological truth brings assurance to believers, reminding them they are part of God's redemptive plan.
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