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How do we know that faith is a gift?

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Scripture clearly teaches that faith is a gift from God, not something that can be generated by human effort.

The doctrine of faith as a gift is rooted in Ephesians 2:8-9, which states, 'For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast.' This underscores the idea that human beings cannot muster faith on their own; instead, it is bestowed upon us through God’s grace. Additionally, this aligns with the sovereign grace perspective that emphasizes total depravity and the need for divine assistance in turning to Christ. Therefore, acknowledging faith as a gift reinforces the truth that salvation is fully the work of God, eliminating any grounds for human boasting.
Scripture References: Ephesians 2:8-9

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The Race of Faith
Fred Evans · Jan 5, 2014
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