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How do we know grace is a gift from God?

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Grace is recognized as a gift from God through its unmerited nature and the evidence of Scripture, such as in Genesis 6:8.

The nature of grace as a gift from God is anchored in its unmerited status. In Genesis 6:8, we learn that Noah found grace, indicating that it was not a result of his works but rather a divine favor granted by God. This concept is reinforced throughout the Bible, wherein various passages attesting to grace’s sovereignty highlight that it is not contingent upon human merit or effort. For example, Romans 11:6 articulates clearly that if grace were earned, it would cease to be grace. This reveals that God's grace operates independently of human action, underscoring the centrality of divine initiative in the process of salvation.
Scripture References: Genesis 6:8, Romans 11:6, Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 3:24, Exodus 33:19, Ephesians 2:8, Romans 9:11, Romans 3:28, John 14:6, Acts 4:12, Romans 5:8, 2 Timothy 1:9

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