Sovereign grace is evidenced by God’s initiative in salvation, as He chooses whom to save.
Sovereign grace is foundational in understanding salvation within Reformed theology. As stated in Romans 9:15-16, God declares, 'I will have mercy on whom I will have mercy.' This indicates that salvation is not based on human will or effort but solely on God's sovereign choice. The miracle of regeneration—a work of the Holy Spirit—is what enables believers to respond to God's call. Without this sovereign grace, humanity remains in their ungodly state, unable to worship or seek God. This emphasis on God's absolute control over salvation provides profound comfort and assurance to believers, affirming that grace is His to dispense freely.
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