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How do we know that Jesus' sacrifice was for His people?

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The Bible affirms that Jesus' sacrifice was intentional and selective, as He laid down His life for the sheep whom the Father gave Him.

John 10:15 states, 'I lay down my life for the sheep,' signifying that His death was specific to those whom the Father had chosen. Throughout scripture, particularly in John 17:6 and 17:9, we see that Jesus acknowledges a distinct relationship with His elect, praying for them alone: 'I pray not for the world, but for them which Thou hast given Me.' This underscores the Reformed understanding of particular redemption, where the atonement is not merely a potential offer but a guaranteed reality for those appointed to salvation, ensuring that every chosen individual will be eternally secure in Christ's redemptive work.
Scripture References: John 10:15, John 17:6, John 17:9

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