How do we know God's purpose in salvation is true?
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Scripture repeatedly affirms that God's purpose in salvation is rooted in His eternal decree and cannot be thwarted.
The truth of God's purpose in salvation is firmly established in Scripture. Ephesians 1:11 states that we are predestined according to His purpose, affirming that salvation is grounded in God's eternal decree. Additionally, 2 Thessalonians 2:13 tells us that God has chosen certain individuals for salvation from the beginning, demonstrating His sovereign will in selecting His elect. Further, Isaiah 14:27 reassures us that God's purpose is effectual and cannot be annulled. Thus, the Bible consistently attests to the reliability of God's plan to save His people, emphasizing that nothing can obstruct His will.
Scripture References:
Ephesians 1:11, 2 Thessalonians 2:13, Isaiah 14:27, Luke 10:21-22, John 17, II Timothy 1:9, Psalm 110:3, Isaiah 53:11, 2 Timothy 1:9, Romans 9:16
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