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What does the Bible say about God's favor?

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The Bible teaches that God's favor is directed toward His elect, demonstrating that they are His chosen people, like Hannah who found grace in the eyes of the Lord.

Throughout the Scriptures, God's favor is a crucial concept that signifies His special grace toward His chosen people. In the story of Hannah from 1 Samuel 1-2, we see that despite her barrenness, she is described as favored by the Lord. God's electing love is not given universally but is particularly evident among those He has chosen before the foundation of the world. This notion is important for Christians as it reassures them of their identity as recipients of God's grace, which is the foundation of their salvation. Thus, God's favor encapsulates the heart of the gospel, whereby He not only recognizes our barrenness but fills us with life through Christ.
Scripture References: 1 Samuel 1:5, Ephesians 1:4-5, Psalm 85, Psalm 85:1, Psalm 30:5, Matthew 5:3, Romans 8:28-30, Ephesians 1:5, Psalm 124:1, Genesis 15:1, Ephesians 1:4

Sermons (9)

And Hannah Prayed
Paul Mahan · Jun 26, 2016
God's Favor
John Chapman · Dec 23, 2021
What The Lord Has Done
Obie Williams · Jan 17, 2021
Lord, Thou Hast
Gabe Stalnaker · Oct 8, 2025
A Widow Named Anna
David Pledger · Sep 10, 2017
Favor Is Not Fair
Kent Clark · Jul 10, 2016
God's Favor and Preservation Psalm 124:1
Fred Evans · Nov 2, 2025
God's Favor and Preservation Psalm 124:1
Fred Evans · Nov 2, 2025
In His Favor is Life
Drew Dietz · Jun 6, 2021

Articles (1)

Psalm 30:5
Robert Hawker · Jun 3, 2016
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