Ephesians 2:8-9 (KJV)
For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God:
Not of works, lest any man should boast.
Barnes says, “This is a favorite doctrine with Paul, as it is with all who love the Lord Jesus in sincerity.”
How could it be otherwise?
Throughout our lives, we’ve learned the frustration, fragility, and fruitlessness of our own efforts. The very best of us are often fickle—strong, intelligent, and moral in one area, yet lacking in others.
-Strong leaders are often poor family men.
-The life-of-the-party types are often dark and depressed when alone.
-Passionate people are often prone to fits of temper.
I know I’ve spoken in generalities here, but prayerfully I’ve made the point.
“All have sinned.” It doesn’t take a Bible verse to convince us of this universal truth. And yet we find it confirmed in:
James 2:10 (KJV)
For whosoever shall keep the whole law, and yet offend in one point, he is guilty of all.
Though there are many factions of professed Christianity—arguably the largest of which promote a religion of good works—when someone comes to know and love the Lord Jesus in sincerity, they find joy, hope, solace, peace, and rest in this truth alone: salvation is the gift of God.
Thank God for this unspeakable gift.
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