--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: As it is also written, “For by grace you…" description: "\"“As it is also written, “For by grace you have been saved through faith…” Eph 2:8 And also in regard to the word and the gospel it is written, “For in..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/469/adam-houge-6780_christianity_as-it-is-also-written-for-by-grace-you-h_1844112.jpg" --- # As it is also written, “For by grace you have been saved… ![“As it is also written, “For by grace you have been saved through faith…” Eph 2:8 And also in regard to the word and the gospel it is written, “For in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith to faith; as it is written, "The just shall live by faith." Rom 1:17 Therefore seeing that a man…” quote by Adam Houge](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/469/adam-houge-6780_christianity_as-it-is-also-written-for-by-grace-you-h_1844112.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/469/adam-houge-6780_christianity_as-it-is-also-written-for-by-grace-you-h_1844112.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/469/adam-houge-6780_christianity_as-it-is-also-written-for-by-grace-you-h_1844112.jpg) > ““As it is also written, “For by grace you have been saved through faith…” Eph 2:8  And also in regard to the word and the gospel it is written, “For in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith to faith; as it is written, "The just shall live by faith." Rom 1:17  Therefore seeing that a man is justified by the word of God, and living by faith in it, one must consider how to obtain the word of God. Has it not been handed to us from God since the days of old? We understand that the Lord must work in us and through us, but how does He do this in regard to salvation? Does He leave it up to us and our weak flesh to practice His word? Or is He willing to help us, and work through us? If then He will work through us and help us, then He will also help us retain the word we practice for salvation. But in regard to faith being the work of God,  “For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast.” Eph 2:8-9 Salvation comes through faith in the word of God and practicing it through the inner working of the Spirit. But if He does not help us retain it, how can we practice what we do not know? How can we know unless we study it diligently? God will help us during our study time because it’s for our salvation. Is wisdom something we need to seek? Absolutely! But God is always willing to give it to you if you’re willing to pursue it. But where does wisdom come from? As it is written, “For the LORD gives wisdom; From His mouth come knowledge and understanding.” Pro 2:6  Seeing then and knowledge and understanding come from the mouth of God we need to be diligent to listen to the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is our strength in our weakness in all things. It is He who works through us as we practice and meditate on the word of God. As it is written, “For it is God who works in you both to will and to do for His good pleasure.” Php 2:13  Likewise as we memorize the word of God it is He who can help us retain the word of God, for later practice. But we are called to diligently seek His wisdom and His truth. As it is written,”” [Adam Houge](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/adam-houge/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Salvation is a divine gift received through faith, not by human effort; the Holy Spirit empowers believers to study, retain, and apply God’s word. **In simple terms:** Faith and grace bring salvation; the Spirit helps us understand and keep Scripture. Key Takeaway Rely on divine grace and the Spirit’s guidance for spiritual growth. Themes faith grace spiritual growth divine assistance scripture study Mood reflective hopeful Type theological inspirational When to use this quote - personal prayer - Bible study groups - church teaching - spiritual mentorship - daily meditation Key Concepts theology soteriology spiritual disciplines Questions to Reflect On - How do you balance personal study with reliance on the Holy Spirit? - In what ways can you invite the Spirit into your learning? 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Does He leave it up to us and our weak flesh to practice His word? Or is He willing to help us, and work through us? If then He will work through us and help us, then He will also help us retain the word we practice for salvation. But in regard to faith being the work of God,  “For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast.” Eph 2:8-9 Salvation comes through faith in the word of God and practicing it through the inner working of the Spirit. But if He does not help us retain it, how can we practice what we do not know? How can we know unless we study it diligently? God will help us during our study time because it’s for our salvation. Is wisdom something we need to seek? Absolutely! But God is always willing to give it to you if you’re willing to pursue it. But where does wisdom come from? 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