Eternal life is a gift from God, emphasized in the Bible as something created in the hearts of men by His sovereign power.
The Bible distinctly teaches that eternal life is not a reward for human effort but a gift from God, generated by His sovereign grace. In scripture, it is clear that the impartation of eternal life and faith comes through God's initiative rather than through human endeavor (Ephesians 2:8-9). The prophets, such as Ezekiel, illustrate that while they can proclaim the truth, it is God alone who has the power to transform hearts. The necessity of grace emphasizes our reliance on God's authority to effect change within us—showing that apart from His intervention, true spiritual life cannot exist.
Scripture References:
Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 11:7, Romans 7:18, John 10:28, Romans 6:23, Ephesians 2:8, Romans 5:18, John 17:2, John 3:16, John 10:28-29
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