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1 Peter 1:2
elect according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, in sanctification of the Spirit, for obedience and sprinkling of the blood of Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace be multiplied.
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Matthew 24:24
For false christs and false prophets will rise and show great signs and wonders to deceive, if possible, even the elect.
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2 Peter 1:10
Therefore, brethren, be even more diligent to make your call and election sure, for if you do these things you will never stumble;
Related Scriptures
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John 6:44
No one can come to Me unless the Father who sent Me draws him; and I will raise him up at the last day.
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Romans 8:28-30
And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose. For whom He foreknew, He also predestined to be conformed to the image of His Son, that He might be the firstborn among many brethren. Moreover whom He predestined, these He also called; whom He called, these He also justified; and whom He justified, these He also glorified.
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1 John 3:1-2
Behold what manner of love the Father has bestowed on us, that we should be called children of God! Therefore the world does not know us, because it did not know Him. Beloved, now we are children of God; and it has not yet been revealed what we shall be, but we know that when He is revealed, we shall be like Him, for we shall see Him as He is.
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Luke 12:32
“Do not fear, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom.
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Resources
God's Calling and Election
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe concept of the Elect, as presented, revolves around God's sovereign choice and calling of individuals for a special relationship with Him. God initiates this relationship, personally selecting those whom He draws to Christ. No one can come to Christ unless the Father calls them, emphasizing that it is not by human effort or …
Who Are You?
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John O. ReidGod is shaping us into heroes, though the world does not see us as such. Instead, it views us as the opposite. Yet, we are called by God out of an unbelieving world, considered foolish by worldly standards, to confound and humble the wise in the future. We are the elect, truly working to please God and stand for what is correct. …
Pentecost and the Mystery of the Church
Sermon by Mark SchindlerGod has revealed profound mysteries to His elect, entrusting them with a serious responsibility to live as Christ lives under the guidance of His Holy Spirit. As stewards of these mysteries, the elect are called to patiently submit to a way of life that remains unfathomable to the rest of the world, expressing their God-given …
Limited Atonement
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe prospect of atonement and salvation is available to everybody, but only those called by the Father—not by an evangelical altar call—are eligible.
The Faithfulness of God (Part Two)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)God established permanent patterns, electing Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, as well as all of those He has called. This election should be our obsession.
Knowing God: Formality and Customs (Part Seven)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe way that one lives provides testimony and witness. To witness and endure life's various trials, we must have faith in who and what we are.
The Elements of Motivation (Part Five): Who We Are
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughGod has summoned us to a unique position. As saints, we have the responsibility to work toward the Kingdom of God and become holy—things only we can do!
Elements of Motivation (Part Five)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughWe can become energized and motivated by our high calling and summons to do the will of God, seeing how vitally important we are to God's purpose.
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