How do we know that God sovereignly chooses people for salvation?

The doctrine of God's sovereignty in salvation is based on numerous biblical passages that demonstrate His initiative in choosing a people for Himself. Ephesians 1:4-5 states that God chose us in Christ before the foundation of the world according to His purpose. This election is a work of grace, not based on human merit but solely on God’s will. God predestined certain individuals to adoption as His children, emphasizing His control over salvation history and our lives. Any sense of individualistic or human-based merit undermines the gracious nature of God’s saving work.