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How do we know God's choice of family is true?

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Scripture shows that God's calling transcends bloodlines, as seen in Matthew 12:50 where Jesus affirms those who do God's will as His family.

The doctrine that God chooses His family is rooted in the teachings of Scripture, particularly Matthew 12:50 where Jesus states, 'For whosoever shall do the will of my Father which is in heaven, the same is my brother, and sister, and mother.' This reveals that God’s family comprises those who have a genuine relationship with Him through faith and obedience. Furthermore, this illustrates the sovereign grace of God, showing that He saves whom He wills, regardless of their earthly connections. This is affirmed in Ephesians 1:4-5, where it is declared that believers were chosen in Christ before the foundation of the world, signifying that our true kinship is rooted not in earthly ties but in divine election.
Scripture References: Matthew 12:50, Ephesians 1:4-5

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Paul Mahan · Dec 29, 2013
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