What does it mean to be a sinner saved by grace?

The phrase 'sinner saved by grace' encapsulates the Christian's identity in Christ. It acknowledges that, despite our sinful nature and our propensity to fall into sin, God's grace covers us and redeems us. Ephesians 1:4-5 reflects this, stating that we are chosen in Christ before the foundation of the world, reinforcing that God's grace was at work long before we recognized our need for Him. Therefore, while we may still struggle with sin, it does not define our standing before God due to the sacrifice of Christ and the grace afforded to us by faith.