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What does the Bible say about divine election?

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The Bible teaches that God chooses certain individuals for salvation, as seen in John 15:16 where Jesus says, 'Ye have not chosen me, but I have chosen you.'

Divine election is a biblical doctrine that emphasizes God's sovereign choice in the salvation of individuals. As stated in John 15:16, Jesus makes it clear that it is not the individual who chooses Him, but He who chooses the individual. This underscores the idea that salvation is entirely a work of God's grace and not dependent on human merit or decision. Throughout Scripture, we see that God's elect are chosen according to His purpose and will, illustrating the profound truth that our salvation is grounded in His sovereign plan rather than our own actions.
Scripture References: John 15:16, Ephesians 1:4-5, Psalm 65:4, John 10:11, John 17:9, 1 Peter 1:5, Ephesians 1:4, Romans 8:29-30, Romans 9:6-13, Romans 9:11, 1 Peter 1:2, Romans 8:28-30, 2 Thessalonians 2:13, Romans 9:16, John 15:18-25, Galatians 1:15, Deuteronomy 7:7-8, Acts 9:15, Romans 9:11-23, Acts 13:48, Acts 18:10, Romans 9:11-12, Romans 9:15-16, Romans 11:5, Isaiah 42:1

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Divine Election
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Naaman Conquered
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Faith Refined
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Man's Hatred of God's Election
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When It Pleased God
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Articles (3)

Blessed is the man whom thou choosest
Don Fortner · Jan 23, 2016
The purpose of God according to election
Don Fortner · Oct 21, 2016
Divine Election
Henry Mahan · Apr 6, 2025
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