Why do we need divine grace for salvation?

Salvation cannot be achieved through human effort or merit; it requires divine grace because all are spiritually dead in sin, as highlighted in Ephesians 2:1-3. Divine grace alone can awaken the heart, bring about repentance, and lead to faith in Christ. It is this grace that fuels our understanding of our deep need for a Savior. Since man cannot resurrect himself from spiritual death, God must act first, giving grace to believe and accept the gift of salvation. This grace brings about transformation, allowing the sinner to respond to the call of the Gospel in faith and repentance.