How do we know that God's mercy is for the chosen?
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God's mercy is demonstrated through His actions, particularly in preserving Noah and his family as vessels of mercy.
God's mercy is a foundational concept in Reformed theology, reflecting His sovereign choice to save certain individuals despite their deserving of judgment. This is exemplified in the story of Noah, where amidst the floodwaters of judgment, God preserves Noah and his family, designating them as vessels of mercy. The sovereignty of God ensures that His mercy is not arbitrary; rather, it aligns with His unchanging purpose as noted in Ephesians 1:4-5. This choice is further illustrated in how God demonstrates His mercy despite the universal sinfulness evident during Noah's time. Thus, God's mercy flows from His sovereign will, making it certain for those He has chosen.
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