God's sovereignty means that He is in complete control of our salvation and we cannot save ourselves.
The sovereignty of God is foundational to understanding salvation in historic Reformed theology. It illustrates that God has complete control over who is saved, as He is the one who elects, calls, and redeems His people. This doctrine emphasizes that salvation is not a cooperative effort between God and human will, but an act of divine grace. Ephesians 1:4-5 asserts that we were chosen in Christ before the foundation of the world, underscoring that our salvation does not depend on any actions or decisions made by us, but solely on God’s will and purpose. This understanding gives believers a deep sense of security, knowing their eternal destiny rests firmly in God's hands.
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