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The Power of Grace in Christianity

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JEFF TURNER

Throughout history, people have been drawn to hear the message of Jesus. In the Gospel of John, we see that while large crowds often gathered to listen, many left when faced with difficult truths. One example appears in John chapter 6, where Jesus tells the people, “No one can come to Me unless the Father who sent Me draws them.” This statement caused great offence then, and it continues to trouble many today.

The heart of the issue is pride. Every person is born into a state of sin and unbelief, and pride is a central part of that condition. This pride fuels countless false religions, all built on the idea that people can earn their way to salvation through good deeds. But Christianity teaches something entirely different — that salvation is not something one can achieve through effort.

People often resist this message because it means admitting their complete helplessness. Without God’s intervention, without Him drawing us, no one would come to faith. Faith is essential, yet it is not something we produce on our own. It is a response made possible only through God’s grace. This truth, though hard to accept for the proud human heart, should lead us to humility and gratitude.

For by grace you have been saved through faith; and this is not of yourselves, it is the gift of God; not a result of works, so that no one may boast.

Ephesians 2:8-9

Salvation Is Beyond Human Effort

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JEFF TURNER

In the Gospel of John, we often read about large crowds gathering to hear Jesus speak. However, many of these people left when His message challenged their beliefs. In John chapter 6, Jesus told the crowd that no one could come to Him unless the Father drew them. This statement offended many then, and it still unsettles people today.

The reason for this discomfort lies in human pride. All people are born sinners and naturally resist the idea that they cannot save themselves. Most false religions are built on the idea that people can earn their way to heaven through good works. But the Christian message is different. It teaches that salvation is not something we achieve; it is a gift from God, given through faith, so no one can boast about earning it.

Many struggle with this because they want to take credit for their salvation. Yet the Bible is clear: we are spiritually dead, blind, and trapped in sin without the power to free ourselves.

For by grace you have been saved through faith; and this is not of yourselves, it is the gift of God; not a result of works, so that no one may boast.

Ephesians 2:8-9