The Attributes of God

God's Election

1. Understanding God's Sovereign Choice
- Definition of Election
God's election refers to His sovereign choice in selecting individuals or groups for a specific purpose or destiny.
Scripture Reference: For He chose us in Him before the foundation of the world to be holy and blameless in His presence.
(Ephesians 1:4)
- Election in the Old Testament
God's choice of Israel as His people demonstrates His sovereign election.
Scripture Reference: For you are a people holy to the LORD your God. The LORD your God has chosen you to be a people for
His prized possession. (Deuteronomy 7:6)
- Election in the New Testament
The New Testament expands the concept of election to include Gentiles, emphasizing God's grace.
Scripture Reference: But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God’s own possession. (1 Peter 2:9)
- Election and Grace
Election is an act of grace, not based on human merit or works.
Scripture Reference: So then, it does not depend on man’s desire or effort, but on God’s mercy. (Romans 9:16)
- Purpose of Election
God's election serves His purpose of redemption and the display of His glory.
Scripture Reference: In Him we were also chosen as God’s own, having been predestined according to the plan of Him who
works out everything by the counsel of His will. (Ephesians 1:11)

Questions for Reflection:
1. How does understanding God's sovereign choice impact your view of salvation?
2. In what ways can recognizing God's election influence your daily walk with Christ?
3. How can you reconcile the concept of election with the call to evangelize?

2. The Role of Faith in Election
- Faith as a Response to Election
Faith is the means by which individuals respond to God's election.
Scripture Reference: For it is by grace you have been saved through faith, and this not from yourselves; it is the gift of God.
(Ephesians 2:8)
- Faith and Works
Genuine faith, resulting from election, produces good works.
Scripture Reference: For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in
advance as our way of life. (Ephesians 2:10)
- Assurance of Election through Faith
Believers can have assurance of their election through a living faith.
Scripture Reference: Therefore, brothers, be all the more eager to make your calling and election sure. (2 Peter 1:10)
- Faith and Perseverance
True faith, as a result of election, perseveres to the end.
Scripture Reference: He who began a good work in you will continue to perfect it until the day of Christ Jesus. (Philippians 1:6)
- Faith and the Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit plays a crucial role in nurturing faith in the elect.
Scripture Reference: And you also were included in Christ when you heard the message of truth, the gospel of your salvation.
When you believed, you were marked in Him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit. (Ephesians 1:13)

Questions for Reflection:
1. How does your faith reflect your understanding of being chosen by God?
2. In what ways can you cultivate a faith that produces good works?
3. How can you encourage others in their faith journey, knowing they are part of God's elect?

3. Election and Human Responsibility
- The Mystery of Divine Sovereignty and Human Responsibility
While God elects, humans are responsible for their response to His call.
Scripture Reference: Work out your salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you to will and to act on behalf
of His good purpose. (Philippians 2:12-13)
- The Call to Repentance
God's election does not negate the call to repentance and faith.
Scripture Reference: The Lord is not slow in keeping His promise, as some understand slowness, but is patient with you, not
wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance. (2 Peter 3:9)
- The Role of Free Will
Humans have the free will to accept or reject God's offer of salvation.
Scripture Reference: Choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve. (Joshua 24:15)
- Evangelism and Election
Believers are called to share the gospel, trusting God to draw His elect.
Scripture Reference: How, then, can they call on the One in whom they have not believed? And how can they believe in the
One of whom they have not heard? (Romans 10:14)
- Living Out Our Election
The elect are called to live lives worthy of their calling.
Scripture Reference: Therefore I, the prisoner in the Lord, urge you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling you have received.
(Ephesians 4:1)

Questions for Reflection:
1. How do you balance God's sovereignty with your responsibility in your spiritual life?
2. What steps can you take to ensure you are living a life worthy of your calling?
3. How can you effectively share the gospel, knowing that God has His elect?

4. The Assurance and Security of the Elect
- Assurance of Salvation
The elect can have confidence in their salvation through Christ.
Scripture Reference: I give them eternal life, and they will never perish. No one can snatch them out of My hand. (John 10:28)
- The Role of the Holy Spirit in Assurance
The Holy Spirit confirms the believer's status as God's elect.
Scripture Reference: The Spirit Himself testifies with our spirit that we are God’s children. (Romans 8:16)
- Security in God's Promise
God's promises provide security for the elect.
Scripture Reference: For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor principalities, neither the present nor
the future, nor any powers... will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord. (Romans 8:38-39)
- Perseverance of the Saints
The elect will persevere in faith until the end.
Scripture Reference: But the one who perseveres to the end will be saved. (Matthew 24:13)
- The Joy of Being Chosen
The knowledge of being chosen by God brings joy and peace.
Scripture Reference: Rejoice that your names are written in heaven. (Luke 10:20)

Questions for Reflection:
1. How does the assurance of being God's elect affect your daily life?
2. In what ways can you rely on the Holy Spirit for assurance of your salvation?
3. How can you encourage others in their faith, knowing the security of God's promises?

5. The Impact of Election on Christian Living
- Holiness and Election
The elect are called to live holy lives, set apart for God.
Scripture Reference: But just as He who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do. (1 Peter 1:15)
- Love and Election
God's love for the elect inspires them to love others.
Scripture Reference: We love because He first loved us. (1 John 4:19)
- Service and Election
The elect are called to serve others, following Christ's example.
Scripture Reference: For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve. (Mark 10:45)
- Unity and Election
Understanding election fosters unity among believers.
Scripture Reference: Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. (Ephesians 4:3)
- Witness and Election
The elect are witnesses to God's grace and mercy.
Scripture Reference: But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you, and you will be My witnesses. (Acts 1:8)

Questions for Reflection:
1. How does your understanding of being chosen by God influence your pursuit of holiness?
2. In what ways can you demonstrate God's love to others, knowing you are part of His elect?
3. How can you contribute to unity within the body of Christ, recognizing the shared election of believers?

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