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How do we know that salvation is through faith and not by works?

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The Bible teaches that salvation is by grace through faith, not by works, affirming that we are saved by the works of Christ alone (Ephesians 2:8-9).

Salvation is fundamentally rooted in the grace of God and is received through faith in Jesus Christ. Ephesians 2:8-9 declares, '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 verse emphasizes that our salvation is a divine gift, not something we can earn through our efforts. The preacher in the sermon highlights the sufficiency of Christ's sacrifice, stating that our righteousness is found in Him alone, as He bore our sins and fulfilled the law on our behalf. Thus, any reliance on works contradicts the gospel's proclamation that salvation is entirely God's doing.
Scripture References: Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 3:23-24, Romans 9:30-32, Romans 4:5, Romans 3:20, Galatians 3:2, Hebrews 11:24-29

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