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Why can't we rely on works for salvation?

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Relying on works for salvation contradicts the essence of grace and undermines Christ's sacrificial work.

Relying on works for salvation is fundamentally flawed according to the teachings of Scripture. The law cannot justify or save us; it only reveals our sinfulness (Romans 3:20). Paul warns against seeking righteousness through the law in Galatians, noting that if salvation were based on our works, we would all fall short and be condemned. This is why the doctrine of justification by faith alone is essential; it underscores that salvation is a gift from God through Christ's completed work, where His righteousness is imputed to us, freeing us from the burden of trying to earn our salvation through our imperfect deeds.
Scripture References: Romans 3:20, Galatians 2:16

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