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Salvation is by grace through faith, not by works (Ephesians 2:8,9). Aren't sacraments of works, not of faith?

The apostle Paul stresses that Abraham was justified before circumcision, not after (Romans 4:10-12). Circumcision was only a sign of the righteousness he had already received by faith. Aren't sacraments likewise only signs, with no effect?

The Miraculous Grace of God

Jesus said, "My grace is sufficient for you." Often times, we forget this profound expression of love. If we remember this grace and count our blessings, He will double our portion and use us for His greater purpose.

God's Grace upon My Parents

A daughter recounts how her parents turn to the Lord after an ordeal with cancer.

A Faith with No Partiality

My brethren, do not hold the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory, with partiality. —James 2:1

God's Grace upon Our Firstborn

Andrew suffered from chronic nosebleeds since the age of four. But a dream that came to his father gave the family a ray of hope. His father recounts not only the grace of God's healing, but the greater gift Andrew received: His precious Holy Spirit.

Faith Overcomes the World

For whatever is born of God overcomes the world; and this is the victory that overcomes the world, our faith. —1 John 5:4

Obedience: The Reality of Faith

Do you believe that you are "doing enough" to enter into the kingdom of heaven? After we confess that the Lord Jesus Christ is our Savior, what else is there to ensure our salvation?

Is Your Faith Your Own?

"I felt as if a galaxy stood between my spiritual foundation and my personal faith...." Find out what happened to this sister's faith in college.

Reconciling Our Faith with Reality

Is it true that if you just have enough faith, all your problems will disappear? Is genuine faith proven only by a happy and peaceful life? Take a look at some examples to see what the Bible has to say.