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What does the Bible say about God's will regarding the lost?

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The Bible states that it is not God's will for any of the 'little ones' to perish, emphasizing His desire for salvation.

In Matthew 18:14, Jesus declares that it is not the will of the Father for even one of the 'little ones' to perish. This phrase 'little ones' refers to those who are humble and dependent on God, symbolizing the believers who, by God's grace, acknowledge their weakness and look to Christ for salvation. This assurance underscores the sovereign grace of God in the salvation of His people, affirming that God's will will always prevail, and those whom He has chosen cannot ultimately be lost.

The theology surrounding this scripture reveals the character of God as one who delights in saving the lost, not wishing for any of His chosen ones to fall away. The comforting truth is that if it is God's will, it will occur; if it is not His will, it will not. This sovereignty extends even to the salvation of the weakest and most vulnerable, thereby reinforcing that salvation is entirely contingent upon God's grace and mercy rather than human will or effort.
Scripture References: Matthew 18:10-14

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