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Thursday, November 21st, 2024
the Week of Proper 28 / Ordinary 33
the Week of Proper 28 / Ordinary 33
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Perseverance of the Saints
Easton's Bible Dictionary
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This doctrine is clearly taught in these passages, John 10:28,29; Romans 11:29; Philippians 1:6; 1 Peter 1:5 . It, moreover, follows from a consideration of (1) the immutability of the divine decrees (Jeremiah 31:3; Matthew 24:22-24; Acts 13:48; Romans 8:30 ); (2) the provisions of the covenant of grace (Jeremiah 32:40; John 10:29; 17:2-6 ); (3) the atonement and intercession of Christ (Isaiah 53:6,11; Matthew 20:28; 1 Peter 2:24; John 11:42; 17:11,15,20; Romans 8:34 ); and (4) the indwelling of the Holy Ghost (John 14:16; 2 co 1:21,22; 5:5; Ephesians 1:14; 1 John 3:9 ).
This doctrine is not inconsistent with the truth that the believer may nevertheless fall into grievous sin, and continue therein for some time. (See BACKSLIDE .)
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These dictionary topics are from M.G. Easton M.A., D.D., Illustrated Bible Dictionary, Third Edition, published by Thomas Nelson, 1897. Public Domain.
These dictionary topics are from M.G. Easton M.A., D.D., Illustrated Bible Dictionary, Third Edition, published by Thomas Nelson, 1897. Public Domain.
Bibliography Information
Easton, Matthew George. Entry for 'Perseverance of the Saints'. Easton's Bible Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/dictionaries/eng/ebd/p/perseverance-of-the-saints.html. 1897.
Easton, Matthew George. Entry for 'Perseverance of the Saints'. Easton's Bible Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/dictionaries/eng/ebd/p/perseverance-of-the-saints.html. 1897.
