God's will to save is evident in scripture that highlights His choosing of a specific people for salvation.
The doctrine that God chooses some individuals for salvation is supported strongly by passages such as Ephesians 1:4-5, which declares that 'He hath chosen us in him before the foundation of the world.' Furthermore, 2 Thessalonians 2:13 states, 'God hath from the beginning chosen you to salvation.' This demonstrates that God's choice is not arbitrary but part of His sovereign plan established before creation. God's will is to show grace and mercy to those He has chosen, and His determination in this respect emphasizes His ultimate authority and purpose. Throughout both the Old and New Testaments, God's willingness to save certain individuals over others reflects His grace in selecting a people for Himself.
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