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How do we know election is true in the Bible?

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Election is prominently affirmed in scriptures like Romans 8:29-30 and Ephesians 1:4, indicating that God chooses individuals for salvation according to His divine purpose.

The doctrine of election is firmly rooted in the teachings of Scripture. In Romans 8:29-30, the Apostle Paul articulates that God foreknew and predestined certain individuals to be conformed to the image of His Son, sealing their fate with a divine promise of salvation. This passage clearly illustrates the proactive role of God in determining who will ultimately be saved. Furthermore, Ephesians 1:4 proclaims that believers were chosen in Christ before the foundation of the world, establishing the timeline of God's salvific plan as eternal rather than contingent on human decisions. Through these scriptures, we see a consistent theme that underscores God's sovereignty and initiative in saving His people, fostering a sense of security and hope for those who trust in His promises.
Scripture References: Romans 8:29-30, Ephesians 1:4, Romans 9:11-13, Ephesians 1:4-5, Romans 5:12-21, Romans 9:11-16, 2 Thessalonians 2:13-14, Romans 9:6-13, John 17:6, Romans 9, Jeremiah 31:3, John 6:44, Romans 9:13, 1 Peter 1:2, John 15:16, Romans 8:28-30, Romans 9:10-13, 1 Thessalonians 1:4, 1 Thessalonians 1:4-5, Luke 2:11, Isaiah 42:1, John 10:29, Mark 3:13, Romans 11:5, 2 Timothy 1:9, Romans 9:11, Luke 4:24-27, 2 Thessalonians 2:13, Romans 11:7, Numbers 16:5, 2 Peter 2:10-12, Jude 1:10-11, Ezekiel 20:5-7, Matthew 11:25, Romans 9:8, Romans 8:30

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