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How does God know who His sheep are?

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God knows His sheep by calling them by name, demonstrating a deep, personal relationship with them.

In the context of John 10, Jesus reveals the relationship between Himself and His followers by stating, 'He calleth his own sheep by name' (John 10:3). This highlights the personal and intimate nature of God's knowledge of His people, suggesting that He doesn't merely see them as a collective, but knows each one individually. In 2 Timothy 2:19, it is affirmed that 'the Lord knoweth them that are His,' emphasizing the fact that God has a covenant relationship with His elect, whom He has chosen before the foundation of the world (Ephesians 1:4-5). This assurance is not rooted in human effort or recognition, but in God's sovereign initiative to call and redeem His chosen ones. Such knowledge provides profound security and assurance to the believer, as their inclusion in God's family is not based on their merit but on His grace and mercy.
Scripture References: John 10:3, 2 Timothy 2:19, Ephesians 1:4-5

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