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How does grace frustrate those who believe in works?

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Grace frustrates those who rely on works because it challenges their understanding of righteousness and salvation.

In Acts, the account of Stephen illustrates how grace can provoke anger and frustration among those who adhere to a works-based ideology. In verses 9-10, those from the synagogue could not withstand the wisdom and spirit with which Stephen spoke, as he preached the grace of God against their beliefs in the law and rituals. Grace dismantles the self-righteousness that comes from work-based faith, revealing that true acceptance before God comes solely through faith in Jesus Christ. Luke 21:12-15 further articulates the divine promise that those who are faithful witnesses of grace will be provided with words and wisdom to counter the opposition. Thus, the inescapable truth of God’s grace confronts and frustrates any attempt to achieve righteousness through human effort, pointing believers back to their dependence on Christ's completed work.
Scripture References: Acts 6:9-10, Luke 21:12-15

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