How does God's election provide comfort?

The doctrine of election is central to Reformed theology and serves as a source of great comfort for believers. As highlighted in Article 17 of the Church of England's 39 Articles, 'the godly consideration of predestination and our election in Christ is full of sweet, pleasant, and unspeakable comfort to godly persons.' This doctrine reassures Christians that their salvation is rooted in God's sovereign choice, made before the foundations of the world (Ephesians 1:4-5), which emphasizes God's initiative and grace towards His people rather than their merit.