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How do we know grace is unmerited in Christianity?

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Christian doctrine teaches that grace is unmerited, as it is given freely by God and cannot be earned or purchased.

In Christianity, especially within the Reformed tradition, grace is understood as unmerited favor from God. As stated in the sermon, 'Grace is given, not earned.' This principle is rooted in Scripture, particularly Romans 11:6, which states, 'And if by grace, then is it no more of works: otherwise grace is no more grace.' This clearly indicates that if grace could be earned through human efforts, it would cease to be grace. The essence of grace is its unconditional nature and that it is a gift from God, reflecting His divine mercy rather than human merit. Thus, grace operates outside of merit, highlighting God's sovereignty in salvation.
Scripture References: Romans 11:6

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Justifying Grace
John Reeves · Dec 2, 2018
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