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How do we know God's mercy is sufficient for salvation?

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God's mercy is abundant and sufficient for salvation, as shown in Ephesians 2:4-5 where it states 'But God... rich in mercy' gives life and grace to the spiritually dead.

In Ephesians 2:4-5, we see the contrast between our deserving condemnation and God's rich mercy. The phrase 'But God' signifies a crucial turning point—highlighting that despite our spiritual death and deserving of wrath, God's mercy intervenes. He does not give us what we deserve (death) but instead offers salvation through Christ's substitutionary death. This mercy is described as being rich, sufficient for all who believe, demonstrating that God’s grace not only forgives sins but also regenerates hearts. Thus, we see God's character reflected in His desire to save the lost by His sovereign grace and mercy.
Scripture References: Ephesians 2:4-5, Romans 5:8-9, Romans 3:26, 1 John 2:2, Ezekiel 16:6, Romans 5:8, Jonah 2:9, Psalm 130:4, Luke 18:13-14, Matthew 15:28, Titus 3:4-5, 1 Timothy 1:15, Titus 3:5, Isaiah 40:15, Hebrews 9:22, 2 Timothy 1:9, Romans 9:15-16, Psalm 36:5-7, 1 John 1:9, Philippians 1:6

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