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How do we know that God chooses us?

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We know God chooses us because our ability to choose Him is evidence of His prior choice (John 15:16).

In the context of sovereign grace theology, our ability to choose God signifies the reality that He first chose us. John 15:16 states, 'Ye have not chosen me, but I have chosen you.' This is vital for understanding the Reformed perspective on election, where God's choice precedes our response. The act of choosing to believe and follow Christ is not a work that establishes our standing before God but rather evidence of His sovereign work in our hearts. It underscores the truth that salvation originates with God and is not dependent on human effort, aligning with the T in TULIP, which emphasizes total depravity and God's sovereign election.
Scripture References: John 15:16

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Gabe Stalnaker · Sep 21, 2016
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