What does the Bible say about election and predestination?

Election and predestination are rooted in God's sovereign will and grace. According to Ephesians 1:4-5, believers were chosen in Christ before the foundation of the world, predestined for adoption as children. This doctrine assures us that our salvation is not a mere possibility but a certainty determined by God's purpose and grace. Paul emphasizes that our growth as believers is built on this foundation, as seen in Colossians 2:6-7, where we are encouraged to walk in Him, rooted and built up in Him. The essence of these doctrines is to highlight God’s sovereign choice and initiative in salvation, reminding us that if God had not chosen a people, no one would be saved (Romans 8:28-30).