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Why must Christians insist that salvation is not by works?

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Christians must insist that salvation is not by works to uphold the truth of the Gospel and safeguard grace.

The necessity to insist that salvation is not by works stems from the persistent nature of legalism, which seeks to undermine the core of the Gospel. As Paul states in Galatians 2:16, attempting to seek justification through the law leads to a denial of grace. Salvation cannot coexist with human merit; to assert otherwise dilutes the work of Christ and turns grace into a transaction rather than a gift. Furthermore, continual emphasis on grace alone fosters humility and faith in the believer's life, counteracting pride and encouraging a reliance on God's sufficiency. Thus, proclaiming that we are saved by grace alone protects the integrity of the Gospel and the glory of God’s saving grace.
Scripture References: Galatians 2:16-21, Romans 5:1

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