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How does grace relate to salvation according to Scripture?

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Grace is central to salvation as it is by grace that we are saved through faith in Jesus Christ, not by works.

The doctrine of grace is foundational to the Christian faith, encapsulated in Ephesians 2:8-9, which states that it is by grace we are saved through faith, and this not of ourselves; it is the gift of God. This emphasizes that no amount of human effort or adherence to the law can earn salvation; it is entirely based on God's mercy and Christ's atoning sacrifice. Grace assures believers that they are justified and accepted by God solely through faith in Christ's finished work on the cross, which provides us the assurance of salvation and a relationship with the Father.
Scripture References: Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 3:23-24

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Easter Sunday
Kent Clark · Apr 16, 2017
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