How do we know God's grace is effective in salvation?
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God's grace is effective in salvation as it operates sovereignly, ensuring that those He chooses will come to faith and not be lost.
God's grace is effective in salvation because it manifests God's sovereign choice in electing certain individuals for salvation. Romans 11:5-6 states that there is a remnant chosen by grace, and if grace is involved, it cannot be based on works. This underscores the theological principle that God extends grace according to His purpose and will, not human effort. Furthermore, 2 Timothy 1:9 affirms that God saves and calls individuals not according to their works, but according to His own purpose and grace given in Christ before the ages began. This illustrates that God’s grace ensures that those whom He has called will undoubtedly come to faith and be saved.
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