How do we know God saves through grace?

The assurance of salvation through grace is firmly rooted in Scripture. Ephesians 2:8-9 states clearly, 'For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.' This emphasizes that salvation is a divine gift rather than a product of human effort. Furthermore, the sermon highlights how the belief in works as a means to righteousness is akin to bringing the head of Ish-bosheth to David; it is a misunderstanding of God's sovereign grace and plan. True faith recognizes that we can do nothing to earn our salvation, but must rely entirely on Christ's finished work.