The Bible teaches that being made perfect is solely the work of God through Christ, who makes us complete and needs nothing else.
The concept of being made perfect in Scripture emphasizes that perfection is a divine provision rather than a human endeavor. In 2 Samuel 22:33, it states, 'God is my strength and power, and he maketh my way perfect,' which highlights that God is the active agent in our perfection. From both the Old and New Testaments, perfection means being complete and lacking nothing, as exemplified in Hebrews 12:23 where it's noted that the spirits of just men are made perfect. This perfection is rooted in God's sovereign grace and the finished work of Jesus Christ, confirming that we are complete in Him (Colossians 2:10).
Scripture References:
2 Samuel 22:33, Hebrews 12:23, Colossians 2:10
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