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Why is grace alone essential for salvation?

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Grace alone is essential for salvation as it highlights that redemption is not based on human merit but solely on God's sovereign mercy.

One of the core tenets of Sovereign Grace theology is that salvation is by grace alone. In Isaiah 17:6, the concept of a remnant being preserved 'yet' amidst judgment exemplifies this grace. This means that despite the overwhelming nature of sin and rebellion among Israel, God, in His mercy, chooses to save a small remnant. Paul's teaching in Romans underscores that, similar to ancient Israel, all nations and peoples, whether Jew or Gentile, are equally in need of grace, because no one can attain righteousness by their works. The salvation offered through Christ is grounded in God's sovereign electing love, not in human actions or decisions.
Scripture References: Isaiah 17:6, Romans 3:9-20, Romans 9:6-7, Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 4:5, Romans 11:6

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Don Fortner · Feb 5, 2017
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