God's Choice of Zion Rests Upon His Pleasure Alone
When Yahweh chooses a dwelling place, He does not consult the worthiness of that location or its inhabitants. His selection springs entirely from His sovereign...
This is historical examples on divine election and god's love for the church, drawing on Psalms 129:13.
When Yahweh chooses a dwelling place, He does not consult the worthiness of that location or its inhabitants. His selection springs entirely from His sovereign good pleasure, not from merit or deservedness. This principle transforms how we understand the church's identity. David Dickson observed that once Yahweh has chosen His church, He rests in His love toward her. The Almighty does not remain perpetually anxious about His choice or second-guess His commitment.…
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