We are not to speculate on our standing with the Lord. We are to know that we are redeemed, BornAgain, SpiritFilled SonsOfTheHolySpirit.<p>The Faith to know this comes from the WordOfTheLord which commands our status in Christ. The HolySpirit in us confirms the Word.<p>How is a person elected to any office? -> They  have to be nominated. -> They have to run -> They have to be voted in<p> <p>In our election into Christ Jesus -> He nominates us. -> We agree to the platform of the nominator -> We accept the nomination. -> By His Grace we are elected.<p>Our Lord is not ambiguous about the requirements to be elected. -> repent of the sins of unbelief and SelfWorship Mat 3:8 -> believe in your heart that Jesus is Creator, Saviour and Lord Act 16:31 -> confess that Jesus was raised from the dead by His own HolySpirit Rom 10:9.