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What does it mean that Jesus died for the elect?

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Jesus' death for the elect means He specifically and intentionally bore the sins of those chosen by God for salvation.

The concept of Jesus dying for the elect is central to sovereign grace theology. It asserts that Christ's atoning work was not a vague possibility for all but a definite act for a specific group of people chosen by God before the foundation of the world. This is reflected in passages such as Ephesians 1:4-5, which speaks of God choosing us in Christ. The doctrine teaches that because Jesus died for the elect, it guarantees their salvation and their ultimate glorification, which emphasizes God's sovereignty and the effectiveness of Christ's work. It reassures believers that their salvation is secure, as Jesus' sacrifice was sufficient and intended for them.
Scripture References: Ephesians 1:4-5, Romans 8:28-30, John 6:39

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