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What does Ezekiel 36 teach about human merit in salvation?

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Ezekiel 36 teaches that human merit plays no role in salvation; it is entirely the work of God.

In Ezekiel 36, the Lord emphasizes that He acts not for the sake of the Israelites but for His holy name’s sake (Ezekiel 36:22). This clear declaration dismisses any thought that human effort or merit contributes to salvation. The narrative showcases God's grace as unmerited favor towards those who are undeserving, affirming that it is God who saves. Thus, the concept of merit is antithetical to the gospel of grace as displayed in Scripture, where salvation is solely attributed to God's initiative and sovereign choice.
Scripture References: Ezekiel 36:22-32, Isaiah 64:6

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