How do we know God's grace is sovereign in salvation?
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God's sovereignty in salvation is established by His choice to save whom He wills, as demonstrated in the saving of the dying thief.
The sermon emphasizes that salvation is solely a work of God's sovereign grace, as seen in the example of the dying thief. God predetermined events and individuals to be part of His redemptive plan before the foundation of the world. The thief’s last-minute confession and belief in Jesus highlight that faith and repentance are gifts from God, not products of our ability. This affirms the doctrine of election, where those chosen by God are granted faith and brought to salvation in Christ, showcasing that human effort is irrelevant in the face of divine will.
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