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How do we know God's grace is for the poor and needy?

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God's grace is particularly extended to those who recognize their spiritual destitution.

The assurance of God's grace for the poor and needy is rooted in the biblical narrative that celebrates God's mercy towards those who are humble and broken in spirit. Scripture repeatedly affirms that God has a special concern for the downtrodden and afflicted. For example, in Psalm 34:18, it states, 'The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.' This highlights God's readiness to help those who recognize their need for His saving grace. The lost and needy, who strive for righteousness, find that Christ’s blood is available for their forgiveness and His righteousness for their justification. Emphasizing the point, historically Reformed theology highlights that it is precisely the awareness of one's spiritual need that opens the door to experiencing God’s grace, creating a deeper reliance on Jesus Christ for salvation.
Scripture References: Psalm 34:18, Matthew 5:6

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J.C. Philpot · Sep 5, 2016
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