How does faith play a role in salvation according to the Bible?
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Faith is the means through which we receive the grace of salvation, as it is through believing that we are united with Christ.
In the context of salvation, faith functions as the instrument by which we accept God's grace. Ephesians 2:8 states, 'For by grace are you saved through faith.' This means that while grace is the foundation of our salvation, it is through faith that we actively receive this grace. Faith itself is not a work; rather, it is simply the empty hand that receives what God offers. The source of faith is also a gift from God, as stated in 2 Timothy 1:9, emphasizing that all aspects of our salvation—grace, faith, and the promise of eternal life—are rooted in God's sovereign will and action.
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