How do we know God's desire to save is true?

The question of whether God desires to save sinners is addressed in multiple passages throughout the Bible. Romans 9 discusses God’s sovereignty in election, emphasizing that He has the right to choose vessels of mercy and vessels of wrath for His purposes (Romans 9:21-22). In 1 Timothy 1:15, Paul declares that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, underscoring God's merciful intention. Moreover, verses like 2 Peter 3:9 affirm that God 'is not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.' This reflects His desire for the salvation of all, while still being consistent with His sovereign will.