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How do we know that God's grace leads to glory?

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The assurance of God's grace leading to glory is rooted in scripture, which emphasizes that grace is an unmerited gift given in full measure.

The connection between God’s grace and glory is abundantly confirmed in scripture. It is crucial to understand that God's grace is not distributed in degrees; rather, it is wholly given to His elect. Romans 8:30 illustrates this sequence of divine action in salvation—called, justified, and glorified—indicating a complete work initiated by God's sovereign will. God does not give grace partially; therefore, the glory that complements this grace is equally complete.

In this context, God's grace is the driving force that leads believers into their ultimate destination—glory. John Blanchard rightly stated, 'Heaven is not a conditional reward but a consummated relationship.' This emphasizes that glory is a direct result of being united with Christ through grace. Thus, believers can rest in the confidence that they will not only receive grace in their journey but will also arrive in glory, as promised in 1 Peter 5:10, affirming that after suffering, God will perfect, establish, strengthen, and settle them. This theological assurance fosters a deep sense of security and hope in the Christian life.
Scripture References: Romans 8:30, 1 Peter 5:10

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