Why is it necessary for salvation to be of the Lord?
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It is necessary for salvation to be of the Lord because, without Him, no one could be saved due to our sinful nature.
The necessity for salvation to be entirely of the Lord stems from our inherent sinful nature and inability to please God. Romans 8:7 tells us that the carnal mind is enmity against God; it is not subject to His law. Our very nature—a nature characterized by sin—prevents us from attaining salvation through our own efforts (Isaiah 64:6). Thus, if salvation were to rely upon human will, it would be impossible, leading us to recognize the divine intervention required for redemption. Because of God's grace and purpose, salvation can only come through Him, ensuring that it is a gift rather than a wage for our deeds (Romans 6:23).
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