Foundational Discipleship

Saved by Grace

Faith, redemption and assurance in Christ.

1 · Scripture

Ephesians 2:1-10 (KJV)

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2 · Key insight

Study notes, an interpretation to weigh against the text, not Scripture itself.

Paul begins with the reader's condition apart from God: "dead in trespasses and sins" (v. 1). The turn comes in v. 4: "But God, who is rich in mercy."
Verses 8–9 place salvation in God's grace received through faith, "not of works, lest any man should boast." Many readers see this as the heart of the passage.
Verse 10 then shows that good works follow salvation as its fruit: we are "created in Christ Jesus unto good works."

3 · Reflect

Which phrase in verses 4–7 most changes how you see God's view of you?

Where are you tempted to earn what verses 8–9 say is a gift?

What "good works" (v. 10) might God be preparing for you this week?

4 · Save to journal

Write at least one answer to save it.

5 · Live it & pray

Today's step

Write verse 8 on a card and read it aloud each time you feel you must prove yourself today.

Closing prayer

Father, thank You that I am saved by grace through faith and not by my own works. Help me rest in Your mercy and walk in the good works You have prepared. In Jesus' name, amen.

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