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What does the Bible say about the church's travail?

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The Bible portrays the church as a woman in labor, emphasizing that salvation occurs by God's grace even before any work is done by the church.

In Isaiah 66:7-9, the church is metaphorically depicted as a woman giving birth, illustrating the miraculous nature of salvation. The passage discusses how the church delivers children before she experiences any labor pains, indicating that the act of salvation is entirely by God's grace, independent of human effort. This analogy highlights that God's elect were saved in Christ before any travail, showcasing the power and sovereignty of God in the redemptive process. Ultimately, this conveys a profound truth: that God's grace is a divine miracle that precedes human works.
Scripture References: Isaiah 66:7-9

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The Church's Travail
Clay Curtis · Apr 25, 2016
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