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How does salvation work according to Scripture?

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Salvation is by God's sovereign grace, not by the will of man, as seen in Ephesians 1:4-5 where God chooses whom He saves.

Salvation, as presented in the Scriptures, is rooted in the sovereign grace of God rather than in human will or effort. Ephesians 1:4-5 clearly states that God chose us in Him before the foundation of the world. This emphasizes that salvation is wholly dependent upon God's initiative, and it highlights the reality that our coming to faith is a result of His grace at work in us, not our decision-making capabilities. Moreover, it is confirmed in Romans 9:16 that it is not of him who wills, nor of him who runs, but of God who shows mercy. This doctrine rejects any notion of autonomous free will in the process of salvation, affirming instead that God is utterly in control of the salvation of His people.
Scripture References: Ephesians 1:4-5, Romans 9:16

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