We know we are chosen for salvation because Scripture, like 2 Thessalonians 2:13, states that God chose us from the beginning for salvation.
The doctrine of election is foundational to sovereign grace theology, emphasizing that God actively chooses individuals for salvation. In 2 Thessalonians 2:13, Paul notes that God has chosen believers from the beginning for salvation through the sanctification of the Spirit and belief in the truth. This highlights that our salvation is not a result of our works or desires but a divine act of God's grace. Furthermore, the work of Christ assures us of this choice, as it is His righteousness and sacrifice that secure our status as His chosen ones. The assurance of salvation stems from recognizing God’s sovereign initiative in our lives.
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