The election of grace is affirmed through Scripture, indicating that God chose His people for salvation before the foundation of the world.
The doctrine of election is rooted deeply in the biblical narrative, emphasizing God's sovereign choice in salvation. Ephesians 1:4-5 states, 'Even as he chose us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and blameless before him. In love he predestined us for adoption as sons through Jesus Christ.' This election is not based on foreseen faith but rather solely on God's will and purpose, as noted in Romans 9:11-12, which illustrates that God's choice rests on His sovereign grace. The historical Reformed perspective reinforces this understanding, underscoring that it is by grace alone that any are drawn to faith in Christ.
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