Election, OSPBC, 11/01/2020

Summary

The sermon addresses the biblical doctrine of election, emphasizing that God's election is an expression of His intimate and passionate love for individuals and the collective body of believers. It highlights that election is not merely a New Testament concept but is rooted in the Old Testament, with God choosing individuals and groups for His purposes throughout history. The preacher clarifies that election involves both God's foreknowledge and His sovereign choice, rejecting the idea that individuals must earn their place in the elect by merit. The message encourages believers to understand election as a loving and purposeful act by God, rather than a cold theological concept.