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How do we know salvation is by faith alone?

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Salvation by faith alone is affirmed through scripture and exemplified in the thief on the cross, who received forgiveness without any works.

The doctrine of salvation by faith alone is firmly rooted in Scripture. In Romans 5:1, it states, 'Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.' The story of the thief on the cross underlines this truth; he was unable to perform any works to earn his salvation. His heartfelt confession of faith in Jesus was sufficient for salvation. This exemplifies the foundational truth that it is not through our works or righteousness that we are saved, but solely through our trust in Christ's finished work. In Ephesians 2:8-9, Paul clarifies, '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.'
Scripture References: Romans 5:1, Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 3:28, Romans 10:17, Galatians 2:16, Acts 16:31, Numbers 21:4-9, Philippians 1:29, Luke 23:39-43, Genesis 4:4, Hebrews 11:4, Isaiah 28:16, Galatians 2:21, Romans 4:3, Hebrews 4:1-3, John 6:40, Philippians 3:9, Romans 4:5, Galatians 6:14, Romans 3:22-24, Romans 4:20-25, Romans 11:5-6, Romans 3:24, Romans 8:4-13, Hebrews 11:6, Ephesians 2:8-9; John 1

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