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How do we know God is sovereign over salvation?

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God's sovereignty over salvation is affirmed in Scripture, which teaches that it is He who chooses and calls individuals according to His purpose and mercy.

The sovereignty of God in salvation is a foundational aspect of Reformed theology, articulated particularly through the doctrine of election. Ephesians 1:4-5 asserts that God chose us in Christ before the foundation of the world, indicating that our salvation is rooted in His divine will rather than human effort. Moreover, Romans 9 underscores God’s sovereign right to choose whom He will, as it emphasizes His mercy towards those He has elected for salvation. This doctrine reinforces the idea that salvation is not based on human merit, but solely on the grace of God, allowing believers to rest in the assurance that their salvation is secure in His hands and not contingent on their actions or decisions.
Scripture References: Ephesians 1:4-5, Romans 9:15-16, John 3:8, Joshua 2:9-11, 2:12, Romans 8:30, Romans 9:16, Isaiah 63:9, Romans 8:28-30, Ezekiel 18:4, Genesis 44, Romans 9:15, Exodus 33:19, Romans 8:29-30, 1 Corinthians 1:27-29, Proverbs 16:9

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