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How do we know that salvation is by sovereign grace?

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Salvation by sovereign grace is affirmed throughout Scripture, particularly in passages like Ephesians 2:8-9 and Acts 2:41-42, which highlight faith as a gift from God.

The doctrine of salvation by sovereign grace is firmly rooted in Scripture. Ephesians 2:8-9 states that we are saved by grace through faith, and this is not of ourselves; it is the gift of God. Throughout the New Testament, we see examples of God's unmerited favor in action, as Him calling individuals to Himself for salvation is clearly not based on their works or merits. Acts 2:41-42 notes that those who received the Word were added to the church in response to God's sovereign initiative in their lives. The meaningful understanding that salvation is entirely God's work underscores His glory and attributes, emphasizing that nothing we can do can earn or merit our redemption. The reality of regeneration further illustrates this, as it is the work of the Spirit bringing the dead to life.
Scripture References: Ephesians 2:8-9, Acts 2:41-42, John 6:44, Romans 1:16-17, John 10:27, Ephesians 1:4-5, Matthew 20:1-16

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