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Confidence
Belief overview
Perseverance of the saints
Those who are truly saved persevere through God's sustaining action.
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Neutral
What it is: Perseverance of the saints affirms that God preserves in the faith those who truly belong to Christ.
How the religion understands it: Perseverance is not seen as moral self-confidence, but as an effect of divine faithfulness. At the same time, the tradition maintains serious exhortations to vigilance, repentance, and sanctification.
Context: The doctrine appears linked to Christian assurance, discipline, and the continuing work of grace.
Documentary evidence
Supportive
John 10:27-29
Christ's sheep will not be snatched from his hand.
Reference: John 10:27-29.
Content: Jesus speaks of the security of his sheep and the firmness of the Father's hand.
Use in debate: It is central for perseverance and the security of the saints.
Philippians 1:6
God completes the good work he began.
Reference: Philippians 1:6.
Content: Paul expresses confidence that God will complete the good work he began in the faithful.
Use in debate: It is used in the doctrine of the perseverance of the saints.
Romans 8:29-30
The chain of salvation in Pauline language.
Reference: Romans 8:29-30.
Content: The text links foreknowledge, predestination, calling, justification, and glorification.
Use in debate: It is important for election, effectual calling, and perseverance.