We know we are God's elect through the assurance of scripture and the transformative work of the Holy Spirit.
The assurance of being among God's elect is rooted in the promises of scripture and the inward witness of the Holy Spirit. Verses such as Ephesians 1:4-5 remind us that believers were chosen in Christ before the foundation of the world, not based on our actions but solely by His grace. Additionally, the Holy Spirit assures us of our election by working within us to produce faith and repentance. This divine work results in a changed life, reflecting the reality of our status as God's chosen ones, which is affirmed by our love for God and desire to live righteously.
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