How do we know grace was given before the foundation of the world?

Ephesians 1:4 reveals that God chose us in Christ before the foundation of the world, establishing that grace existed before we were born. This predestination is not based on any action or merit of our own, but rather according to God's sovereign will. This theological concept underlines the belief that God's grace is not an afterthought based on our faith, but rather an eternal decree that ensures that all spiritual blessings have been secured for the elect in Christ. Thus, the blessings are spiritual and not conditioned on our earthly actions or decisions.