What does the Bible say about everlasting consolation?
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The Bible teaches that everlasting consolation comes from the love of God and the work of Christ, providing believers with comfort and hope.
In 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17, the Apostle Paul writes that God has given believers 'everlasting consolation and good hope through grace.' This consolation refers to the comfort that assurance of salvation provides, rooted in God's sovereign grace. For believers, this comfort is not just an emotional feeling but a solid foundation based on Christ's completed work of redemption. The hope mentioned is a certain expectation of eternal life, grounded in God's promises that are sure in Christ.
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