These angels and men, thus predestinated, and foreordained, are particularly and unchangeably designed, and their number so certain and definite, that it cannot be either increased or diminished.
Picking up from the discussion two days ago, we have already established that God has determined the eternal destiny of men and angels, and that he did so according to the good and wise purposes of his holy counsel.
Today we learn that this decree of election is fixed. Upon reflection it should be obvious that this is so. The one making the decree is God, perfect in knowledge and justice and power and all his other attributes. His decisions are likewise perfect. He is unchanging--any departure from perfection would necessarily be imperfect. Therefore, all those he has determined to save from eternity past will certainly be saved, down to the very last one.
Tomorrow: Chosen unto life.
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