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Why is God's grace central to salvation?

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God's grace is central to salvation because it is through grace alone that we are justified and made righteous in Christ.

The centrality of God's grace in salvation is expressed throughout Scripture, emphasizing that we are saved not by our works but solely by His grace. Ephesians 2:8-9 makes it clear that we are saved by grace through faith, a gift from God that cannot be earned. Furthermore, Romans 4:16 states that it is the promise of salvation that comes through faith, ensuring that it is certain for all who believe. This doctrine underscores that any attempt to earn salvation through works not only undermines God's grace but also places the glory of salvation in the hands of man rather than God. Thus, the scriptures consistently affirm that salvation is by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone.
Scripture References: Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 4:16, 2 Timothy 1:9

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Tom Harding · Jun 18, 2017