How do we know we are part of God's chosen people?

Assurance of being among God's chosen can be found in the belief and faith placed in Christ alone. The preacher emphasizes that our confidence comes not from our works but from the finished work of Christ, who justifies the ungodly. Ephesians 1:13 speaks of believers being sealed with the Holy Spirit after they have heard the gospel and believed. This seal signifies God's ownership and divine power over those He has chosen. The recognition of our need for Christ, along with the reliance on His grace and righteousness, further confirms our status as part of the elect. Thus, the Holy Spirit assures us that we belong to God and are secure in Christ's redemptive work.