How do we know God's grace is essential for salvation?
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God's grace is essential for salvation as it is described as not being based on human works but through faith as a gift from God (Ephesians 2:8-9).
Scripture consistently emphasizes that salvation is an act of divine grace. According to Ephesians 2:8-9, 'By grace are you saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.' This clearly illustrates that salvation cannot be achieved through human effort, reinforcing that it is a gracious gift from God. Furthermore, 2 Timothy 1:9 declares that we are saved not according to our works but according to His purpose and grace. This foundational understanding firmly roots grace as the bedrock of salvation.
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