How do we know if we are one of God's elect?

According to the sermon, one can ascertain their status as one of God's elect by examining their faith in the Gospel. If you affirm what the Bible says about God, yourself as a sinner, and Christ as your Savior, you stand among the elect. This belief is not a product of your own will but is facilitated by God's grace, illuminating your understanding through the Holy Spirit. The true evidence of being one of God's people is a change of heart that inclines you towards faith and repentance, recognizing Christ's righteousness as the only basis for acceptance before God.