2 Timothy 3:16

Irenaeus (c. 180) — “The glory of God is man fully alive; and the life of man is the vision of God.” Glorification as the fullness of redeemed humanity. Clement of Alexandria (c. 200) — “We shall be made like God, being glorified in the resurrection.” Resurrection as the moment of likeness. Origen (c. 230) — “The end of the righteous is glory, when the soul is transformed into the likeness of Christ.” Transformation as the telos. Athanasius (c. 350) — “He became man that

What is glorification? God’s final removal of sin from the life of the saints (i.e., everyone who is saved) in the eternal state (Romans 8:18; 2 Corinthians 4:17). At Christ’s coming, the glory of God (Romans 5:2)—His honor, praise, majesty, and holiness—will be realized in us; instead of being mortals burdened with sin nature, we will be changed into holy immortals with direct and unhindered access to God’s presence, and we will enjoy holy communion with Him throughout etern

Irenaeus (c. 180) — “Those who are in God’s hands shall not be plucked away.” Confidence in God’s protective grip. Clement of Alexandria (c. 200) — “The Lord preserves those who cleave to Him in love.” Preservation rooted in divine love. Athanasius (c. 350) — “Christ holds His own fast, and none can snatch them from Him.” Echo of John 10 applied pastorally. Augustine (c. 420) — “The perseverance of the saints is the gift of God.” Foundational statement of monergistic pres