How do we know that God chooses us and not the other way around?
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The Bible asserts that God chooses His people, as illustrated in Romans 9:15-16, which states that salvation is not based on human will but God's mercy.
In the sermon, it is noted that our choices lead us to oppose God, as we are naturally inclined to sin. However, scripture makes it clear that 'It is not of him that willeth, nor of him that runneth, but of God that showeth mercy' (Romans 9:16). This vital understanding reinforces the doctrine of sovereign grace, confirming that our salvation is not a result of our decision but rather God's sovereign choice. Just like Ruth, who was called out of Moab, all believers must acknowledge that their faith is a gift from God, highlighting His unilateral grace in calling us to Himself.
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