'Sovereign grace' refers to the concept that God's grace in salvation is entirely a work of His will, independent of human effort or merit.
The term 'sovereign grace' encapsulates the belief that God's grace towards individuals is a matter of His divine sovereignty rather than human decision. This theology is rooted in Scriptures such as Romans 9:15, where God declares, 'I will have mercy on whom I will have mercy', emphasizing that God's grace is bestowed according to His purpose and will. This means salvation is not based on human merit or the decision to follow Him but is entirely dependent upon God’s initiative. Furthermore, this perspective underscores the biblical assurance found in Ephesians 1:4-5 that believers have been chosen by God in Christ before the foundation of the world, pointing to the powerful nature of His grace in the process of redemption.
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