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How do we know God's electing mercy is true?

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God's electing mercy is demonstrated through historical events in scripture, particularly the distinction between Jacob and Esau.

The truth of God's electing mercy is prominently seen in the contrasted lives of Jacob and Esau. Romans 9 highlights this distinction, stating, 'Jacob have I loved, but Esau have I hated.' This illustrates that God's choosing is not based on human merit but on His sovereign will. Throughout biblical history, we see God’s hand at work, electing to show mercy to some while passing over others. The prophecy of Obadiah exemplifies this, as it predicts the complete destruction of Edom, underscoring God's sovereign choice to sustain the lineage of Jacob. Such examples reinforce the conviction that God's mercy is freely given to the elect according to His perfect plan.
Scripture References: Romans 9:12, Genesis 27:39-40, Obadiah 18, 1 Samuel 12:20-22, Romans 9:11-13

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Obadiah
Andrew Robinson · Sep 13, 2012
Joshua

Joshua

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