How do we know God's desire for His people is true?
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God's desire for His people is proven through His covenant promises and the work of Christ as our Savior.
The certainty of God's desire for His people is rooted in His eternal covenant and the sacrifice of Christ. The text indicates, particularly in Psalm 21:2, that God fulfills the king's heart’s desire, which ultimately points to Christ’s desire to save and be with His people. Christ expresses His will in John 17:24, wishing for His people to be with Him and witness His glory. This desire stems not from abstract willingness but from a deep, intentional purpose to redeem and glorify therein. The active involvement of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit in the salvation of the elect underscores God's commitment to fulfilling His desire for communion with His people.
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