How do we know that salvation is a work of God and not man?
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Salvation is a work of God as Ephesians 2:8-9 states, 'For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God.'
Understanding that salvation is solely a work of God is fundamental in Reformed theology. Ephesians 2:8-9 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.' This scripture emphasizes that faith itself is a gift from God, sealing the reality that no human effort or choice can contribute to one’s salvation. Furthermore, Romans 9:16 asserts, 'So then it is not of him that willeth, nor of him that runneth, but of God that sheweth mercy.' This merciful election highlights God’s sovereignty in the salvation process, depicting it as an act of grace rather than a result of human decision.
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