How do we know we are part of God's elect?

The assurance of being part of God's elect comes not from our own merit or feelings but from accepting the gospel of grace and trusting in Christ's atoning work (Romans 8:34). Paul writes about the election saying, 'Who shall lay anything to the charge of God's elect?' This indicates that our standing before God is based on Christ’s righteousness, not our own. Additionally, the Holy Spirit bears witness with our spirit, confirming that we are children of God (Romans 8:16). The assurance of salvation is rooted in God's promises, not our subjective experiences.