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How do we know that Jesus prayed for the elect?

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Jesus specifically prayed for those the Father gave Him, highlighting the doctrine of election's centrality in His redemptive work.

In His prayer, Jesus emphasizes that He did not pray for the world but for 'those that Thou hast given Me out of the world' (John 17:9). This distinction underscores the teaching of election, where salvation is reserved for the elect—those whom God has chosen. The biblical doctrine teaches that Jesus intercedes on behalf of the elect, guaranteeing their salvation through His atoning work. Thus, if you receive Christ, it is assurance that He has prayed for you, establishing a personal relationship dictated by divine choice rather than human merit.
Scripture References: John 17:9, Ephesians 1:4-5

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