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How do we know God is sovereign in salvation?

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The sovereignty of God in salvation is evident in His pre-determined covenant to save a people for His glory before the foundation of the world (Ephesians 1:4).

God's sovereignty in salvation is highlighted through various scriptural references, particularly in Ephesians 1:4, which states that He chose us in Christ before the foundation of the world. This truth underscores that God’s plan for redemption is not reactive but proactive, designed in eternity for His glory. Throughout biblical history, we see that God's choice is not based on human effort or decision but rather on His sovereign will and purpose. This is the foundation of historic Reformed theology, affirming that salvation is entirely an act of God's grace.
Scripture References: Ephesians 1:4, Exodus 33:19, Romans 9:15-16, Romans 8:28-30, Ephesians 1:4-5, Romans 9:16, 2 Timothy 1:9, John 6:70, Acts 2:23, Psalm 105, John 6:37-39, Ephesians 2:1, John 17:6, Luke 23:17, Daniel 4:35, Romans 9:15, Colossians 1:17, Isaiah 46:10, John 6:44, Ephesians 2:1-10, Matthew 15:24, Romans 8:29-30, Zechariah 8:7-8, Jonah 2:9, Ephesians 2:8, 1 Corinthians 1:30-31, 1 Peter 1:5, Romans 9, Ephesians 2:8-9, John 17:2, Revelation 13:8, Philippians 1:6, Jude 4, Ephesians 6:19, Ephesians 1:11, Daniel 6:16-23, Romans 9:10-16, Psalm 136:23-24, Jeremiah 1:5, Romans 1:18-20, John 12:37-40, Romans 3:24, Romans 8:30, Ephesians 2:4-5

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