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CoD 5.15 This Doctrine Is Hated by Satan but Loved by the Church

This doctrine of the perseverance of true believers and saints, and of their assurance of it,^[1] God has most abundantly revealed in his Word for the glory of his name and for the consolation of the godly, and he impresses it on the hearts of believers. It is something which the flesh does not understand, Satan hates, the world ridicules, the ignorant and the hypocrites abuse, and the heretics attack. The Bride of Christ, on the other hand, has always loved this doctrine most tenderly and defended it steadfastly as a treasure of inestimable value;^[2] and God, against whom no counsel can avail and no strength can prevail,^[3] shall see to it that she will continue to do so. To this God alone, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, be honour and glory forever.^[4] Amen.

Commentary

• DVV - "...loved this doctrine most tenderly" why this term? Possibly because the Church realizes that they are the bride of Christ, therefore the tenderness of love comes from this close relationship.

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