Why is hearing God's Word essential for salvation?
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Hearing God's Word is essential for salvation because faith comes by hearing, as stated in Romans 10:17.
The importance of hearing God's Word for salvation cannot be overstated, as Romans 10:17 tells us that faith comes from hearing, and hearing by the Word of God. Since our natural state is spiritual death, we cannot respond to God unless He opens our ears and hearts. As illustrated in Acts 16:14 with Lydia, God must open our hearts for us to be attentive to His message. This demonstrates that salvation is a work of divine grace and is connected to the faithful proclamation of His Word, which prompts genuine faith in the hearts of listeners. Without exposure to God's Word, there can be no true faith or salvation.
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