The Bible reveals that God's election extends beyond Israel to include Gentiles as partakers of His promises through Christ.
The doctrine of spiritual election is rooted in the mystery of Christ, as articulated by the Apostle Paul in Ephesians 3. It outlines how God's election of Israel has historically been celebrated, but now includes Gentiles as equal participants in His grace. This was not previously disclosed but is now made known by the Holy Spirit. In Romans 9, Paul emphasizes that not all descendants of Abraham are the true children of God; instead, it is those chosen from among all nations who are included in the promise of salvation. By faith in Christ, Gentiles are also counted as heirs according to the promise, thus reinforcing the depth of God's sovereign grace in electing a people for Himself.
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