How do we know that we are sinners in need of grace?

As Romans 3:23 states, 'for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.' This universal condition is further illustrated in Titus 3:3, which describes our state as foolish, disobedient, and led astray by our lusts. The Scriptures consistently link our need for grace to our fallen nature, revealing that outside of Christ, all our attempts at righteousness are futile (Romans 3:10). Recognizing our sinful condition allows us to appreciate the magnitude of God's grace and mercy in our salvation.