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How do we know that Christ's atonement was only for the elect?

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Christ's atonement is for the elect, as indicated in Isaiah 53:6 and 2 Corinthians 5:21, which specify His bearing of sin for many.

The doctrine that Christ's atonement is specific to the elect is deeply rooted in Scripture, particularly in Isaiah 53:6, which states that 'the Lord hath laid on Him the iniquity of us all.' Here, the term 'us' refers to God’s chosen people, specifically those whom He has predestined for salvation. Further clarification is provided in 2 Corinthians 5:21, which notes that God made Christ to be sin for us—highlighting that this imputation of sin and His corresponding atonement are not universal but particular to those God has called. This understanding upholds the integrity of God's justice, emphasizing that He does not penalize Christ for those who are not covered by His grace. Thus, the notion that Christ’s death is a redemptive act solely for the elect is affirmed by Scripture, reinforcing the tenets of sovereign grace theology.
Scripture References: Isaiah 53:6, 2 Corinthians 5:21, John 10:27-28

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