How do we know the doctrine of eternal security is true?
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Eternal security is affirmed in Scripture, notably in Hebrews 10:39, which states that believers are not of those who draw back to perdition but of those who believe to the saving of the soul.
The doctrine of eternal security, often summarized with the phrase 'once saved, always saved,' is built upon the unwavering promise of God to preserve His people. Hebrews 10:39 declares, 'But we are not of them who draw back unto perdition; but of them that believe to the saving of the soul.' This assurance is grounded in the understanding that true believers are kept by the power of God through faith (1 Peter 1:5). When God saves a person, He does so completely, sealing them with the Holy Spirit as a guarantee of their inheritance (Ephesians 1:13-14).
Moreover, the perseverance of the saints is a vital aspect in this doctrine. As the sermon notes, the faith gifted to us by God is not temporary; it continually looks to Christ for salvation. Our assurance lies in Christ's work, as He is both the author and the finisher of our faith (Hebrews 12:2). Therefore, our eternal security is firmly established in Christ's faithfulness, not our own fluctuating performance.
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