The Bible teaches that we are saved by grace through faith, and this grace is not from ourselves but a gift from God (Ephesians 2:8-9).
Grace is the unmerited favor of God towards those who do not deserve it. In Ephesians 2:4-10, Paul emphasizes that our salvation is a result of God's rich mercy and great love, highlighting that we were dead in sins before being made alive in Christ. Salvation is not a product of human effort or merit, but entirely through God’s grace and initiative. Verse 8 states, 'For by grace are you saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God.' The emphasis is clear: salvation is solely a work of God.
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