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“Grace stands in direct opposition to any supposed worthiness on our part. To say it another way: Grace and works are mutually exclusive. As Paul said in Romans 11:6, "And if by grace, then it is no longer by works; if it were, grace would no longer be grace." Our relationship with God is based on…” quote by Jerry Bridges
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“Grace stands in direct opposition to any supposed worthiness on our part. To say it another way: Grace and works are mutually exclusive. As Paul said in Romans 11:6, "And if by grace, then it is no longer by works; if it were, grace would no longer be grace." Our relationship with God is based on either works or grace. There is never a works-plus-grace relationship with Him.”

Jerry Bridges

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Grace and works are mutually exclusive; salvation depends on grace alone, not human effort.

In simple terms: Grace alone saves, not works.

Key Takeaway

Rely on grace, not self‑righteousness.

Themes

theology grace faith works

Mood

reflective spiritual

Type

theological inspirational

When to use this quote

  • Personal prayer
  • church teaching
  • ethical decisions

Key Concepts

soteriology Christian doctrine spiritual humility

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does grace shape daily choices?
  • Can grace and good works coexist?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on works can breed legalism.

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