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What does the Bible say about being kept by God?

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The Bible teaches that believers are kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation, as stated in I Peter 1:5.

According to the scripture in I Peter 1:5, believers are assured that they are kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation. This passage emphasizes the role of divine power in maintaining a believer's faith and ensuring their ultimate salvation. It highlights that while human nature is inherently sinful, God actively restrains this sinfulness in His chosen people, preventing them from succumbing to temptation as others do.

Moreover, this divine protection is not due to any merit on our part but is entirely a result of God's distinguishing love and grace. As believers, we should approach God with humility and gratitude, acknowledging that our security in faith stems from His power and mercy. We are encouraged to rely on God's covenant promises, as revealed in Scripture, which affirm that He will not turn away from us, ensuring that we can trust in His faithfulness throughout our lives.
Scripture References: I Peter 1:5, Jeremiah 32:40, John 10:28, 1 Corinthians 6:20, 1 Peter 1:5, Philippians 1:6, Romans 8:28-30, John 10:28-29, 1 Peter 1:4-5, John 17:11, John 17:17, John 10:27-29, Romans 8:38-39, John 17:2, John 6:29, Romans 8:31-39, Psalm 121:4, John 17:11-16, Jude 1:24-25, Ezekiel 36:25-27, Luke 22:32, Amos 9:9, Ephesians 1:19, John 17:12

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I Peter 1:5
Robert Hawker · Mar 18, 2016
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