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How do we know that God's mercy is sovereign?

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God’s sovereignty in showing mercy is affirmed in Scripture, particularly in Romans 9, where it demonstrates that His mercy is not contingent on human action.

Romans 9:16 clearly states that 'it is not of him that willeth, nor of him that runneth, but of God that showeth mercy.' This passage establishes that God's mercy is an unearned gift revealed through His sovereign decision-making, not as a reward for human effort or decision. The context of this teaching illustrates that God's choice to show mercy to some and pass over others is entirely a function of His will and divine purpose, showcasing His right as Creator to govern creation according to His perfect wisdom and grace.
Scripture References: Romans 9:16, Joshua 6:17, Romans 9:15-16, Romans 9:15, Ephesians 1:4-5, Psalm 36:5, Exodus 33:19, John 10:14-16, Matthew 15:25, Malachi 1:2-3, Romans 9:17

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