Grace is truly free as it is given without any conditions, reflecting the unmerited favor of God toward sinners through Christ's sacrifice.
Grace is defined by its nature of being unearned and freely given, which is essential to the message of the Gospel. Ephesians 1:6-7 underscores this truth by illustrating that God's grace is what makes us accepted in Christ. This acceptance and the grace provided do not depend on our actions or conditions we might impose; they are secured entirely by the work of Christ on our behalf.
Moreover, if grace were conditional, it would cease to be grace and instead become a transaction where something is owed or expected in return. Romans 11:6 highlights this distinction by asserting that if it is by grace, it is no longer by works, or else grace would no longer be grace. The gift of salvation is given freely to sinners who trust in Christ, demonstrating God's love and mercy without any requirement for human effort, thereby affirming the doctrine of sovereign grace.
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