How do we know Jesus' sacrifice was for his sheep?
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Scripture clearly states that Jesus gave his life specifically for his sheep, emphasizing his redemptive purpose tailored for the elect.
According to John 10:11, Jesus explicitly affirms, 'I lay down my life for the sheep.' This declaration emphasizes that his atoning sacrifice was not for all indiscriminately, but specifically for those he knows as his chosen flock. The Bible teaches that Christ's death was a substitutionary sacrifice meant to bear the sins of those predestined for salvation, connecting the love Jesus has for his sheep with the covenant established by the Father. This understanding is fundamental to sovereign grace theology, as it highlights the assurance we have in Christ's redemptive work tailored uniquely for the elect.
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