Daily Devotion
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Title: The Necessity of God's Grace
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ,
Today, as we gather to reflect on God's Word, let us turn our hearts and minds to the book of Ephesians, chapter 2, verses 8-9. It reads, "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast."
As we meditate on this passage, we are reminded of the beautiful truth that our salvation is a gift from God, granted to us by His grace alone. It is not by our own merit, nor by any good works we have done, but solely by His divine grace. As the great reformed theologian John Calvin once said, "We are saved by faith alone, but the faith that saves is never alone."
This truth is a humbling reminder that we are utterly dependent on God's mercy and kindness. It is not by our own strength or wisdom that we can attain salvation, but only through faith in Jesus Christ, who died on the cross for our sins.
As we go about our day, let us remember this precious truth and live in gratitude for the gift of God's grace. Let us also strive to share this good news with others, that they too may come to know the saving power of Jesus Christ.
In closing, let us pray: Heavenly Father, we thank you for your abundant grace and mercy. We acknowledge that our salvation is a gift from you, and we humbly receive it with grateful hearts. May we live each day in gratitude for this precious gift, and may we share your love with those around us. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
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