Salvation is received by faith, not earned through performance.

If God is sovereign, how are humans still responsible?

Paul reminds us that God is Creator and we are not. His wisdom is bigger than our understanding. Paul also explains that many people stumbled over Jesus because they were trying to earn righteousness through works instead of receiving it by faith.

The gospel confronts pride. We cannot save ourselves- we must trust Christ.

Reflection ?: Do you tend to approach God through trust or through trying to prove yourself?

Dig Deeper: Why do people often resist the idea of grace?