In whom also we have obtained an inheritance, being predestined according to the purpose of Him who works all things according to the counsel of His will,

which has come to you, just as also in all the world, and is bearing fruit and growing, just as also among you, from the day which you heard and fully knew the grace of God in truth;

And you, who once were alienated and enemies in your mind by wicked works, yet now He has reconciled

And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose.

Moreover whom He predestined, these He also called; and whom He called, these He also justified; and whom He justified, these He also glorified.

even us whom He called, not only of the Jews, but also of the Gentiles?

God is faithful, by whom you were called into the fellowship of His Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.

I marvel that you are turning so quickly from Him who called you in the grace of Christ, to a different gospel,

that you would make your walk worthy of God who calls you into His own kingdom and glory.

to which He called you through our gospel, for the obtaining of the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ.

who having saved us, and having called us with a holy calling, not according to our works, but according to His own purpose and grace which was given to us in Christ Jesus before time [itself],

Therefore, holy brothers, partakers of the heavenly calling, consider the Apostle and High Priest of our confession, Jesus Christ,

But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God's [own] possession, that you may proclaim the excellent virtues of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light;

For to this you were called, because Christ also suffered for us, leaving behind an example for you, that you should follow in His footsteps,

Therefore, brothers, be even more diligent to make your calling and election sure, for by doing these things you shall by no means stumble at any time.

These will make war with the Lamb, and the Lamb will conquer them, for He is Lord of lords and King of kings; and those who are with Him are called, and elect, and faithful."