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How do we know God's grace is not given based on merit?

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God's grace is given solely by His sovereign choice, as demonstrated in Scripture.

The principle that God's grace is not based on human merit is foundational to Reformed theology. As Charles Simeon notes, if grace were bestowed based on merit, it would undermine gratitude and elevate human pride. The Scriptures support this view, as seen in Matthew 11:25-27, where Jesus praises the Father for revealing truths to 'little children' while hiding them from the 'wise and learned.' This illustrates that God chooses whom He will save, emphasizing His sovereignty in the matter rather than human achievement.
Scripture References: Matthew 11:25-27

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