Chosen in Him

Ephesians 1:4-6 

Riches of Grace: Chosen In Him

Election is the gracious and free action of God, by which he, before the foundation of the world, chose individuals to be united in Jesus Christ, and thus to enjoy all the blessings of salvation in him.

1. The Timing.

  • We were chosen before the foundation of the world
  • The story simply doesn’t start with you.

2. The Reason.

  • Election is an act of mercy with a view to redemption, which presupposes we are absolutely fallen and need salvation.

3. The goals and means.

  • And the means that Christians are saved is through faith, repentance, sanctification in the Spirit, and the preaching of the gospel.

4. The Objections.

  • It is not justice we want from God; it is grace.

5. The Question.

  • Is your faith in Jesus Christ for salvation?