Titus 3:4-7 (ESV Strong's)
4 But when the goodness and loving kindness of God our Savior appeared, 5 he saved us, not because of works done by us in righteousness, but according to his own mercy, by the washing of regeneration and renewal of the Holy Spirit, 6 whom he poured out on us richly through Jesus Christ our Savior, 7 so that being justified by his grace we might become heirs according to the hope of eternal life.
We are justified by His grace that we might become heirs in the hope of eternal life. This may call to mind the need to work out our salvation with fear and trembling. (Phil 2:3)
Our works of righteousness mean nothing to God for our salvation. It is the gift of Christ Jesus. We will be known by Him according to the fruit of the Spirit in our lives. Knowing and being known by Christ ensures our place at the wedding feast.
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