The Bible teaches that salvation is solely through the sacrifice of Jesus, establishing that righteousness cannot come through our works.
Scripture makes it clear that righteousness and acceptance with God cannot be achieved by our efforts or adherence to the law. In Galatians 2:21, Paul asserts that if righteousness comes by the law, then Christ died in vain. This assertion powerfully communicates that salvation is dependent on Christ's atoning work, not on our actions or decisions. The concept that we add to Christ’s finished work by our belief or obedience undermines His complete and sufficient sacrifice. Thus, it is essential to understand that salvation rests upon what Christ has accomplished, reaffirming that He is our only hope for redemption.
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