By Grace Alone

For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast. (Ephesians 2:8-9)

I have heard religion described as man attempting to reach out to God. There are many who strive for acceptance through works in the hopes that they will draw close to their god.

Christianity is different. In Christianity, God reached down to man by sending His only Son to die for our sins. It is only by His grace, His unmerited favor, that we are saved. Grace is not something we have to work for or an achievement that we must meet in order to gain favor with God. Grace is a gift and He is just waiting for us to accept it - by faith.

I am so thankful for His grace.

Linked to Word Filled Wednesday.