8 God saved you by his grace when you believed. And you can’t take credit for this; it is a gift from God. 9 Salvation is not a reward for the good things we have done, so none of us can boast about it. 10 For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.
Ephesians 2:8-10, NLT
In Ephesians Chapter 2, Paul speaks about salvation and the importance of recognizing the grace God gives to us.
The gift of salvation is not a matter for us to boast about, but an incredible demonstration of God’s love and mercy towards humanity. Salvation comes through faith in Jesus Christ, not by our own efforts. It is a gift from God that we receive when we trust and depend on Him. We cannot earn it, but we can accept His grace with humility and gratitude.
Knowing these truths, we can confidently state that our identity is found in God’s redeeming love, not in what we do. And our response to God’s precious gift of salvation should be one of gratitude and obedience, recognizing the abundant love He has shown us.
Paul emphasizes the power of grace and faith in shaping our identity as believers. God’s unmerited favor and our sincere trust in Christ are what save us. Let’s embrace this truth and live as beloved children of God.
Trust God. Seek Him. Be Affirmed in Christ.
Affirmed in Christ 