What does it mean to be elect in Christ?

The concept of election is pivotal in sovereign grace theology, grounded in Ephesians 1:4-5, which states, "According as he hath chosen us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and without blame before him in love." This selection is not based on foreseen merit or actions but solely on God's grace and purpose. For the elect, this means receiving the full benefits of Jesus Christ's redemptive work, including justification, sanctification, and ultimately glorification. The assurance of being elect provides profound comfort and security in one’s salvation, knowing that it is God who initiates and completes the work in us.