Divine grace
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| + | In Christianity, grace is "unmerited favor" from God. '''Divine grace''' is a description of the character of God, which is displayed by God's gifts to humanity. Grace describes the means by which humans are granted [[salvation]] (and to some, saved from [[original sin]]). Grace is of central importance in the [[theology]] of [[Christianity]], as well as one of the most contentious issues in Christian [[sectarianism]]. The principle of grace is considered as fundamental to Christianity as justice is to Law. The terms “salvation” and “grace” therefore become "virtually synonymous." Yet, grace has never been made part of any Christian [[creed]] except for the [[Westminster Confession]]. | ||
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In Christianity, grace is "unmerited favor" from God. Divine grace is a description of the character of God, which is displayed by God's gifts to humanity. Grace describes the means by which humans are granted salvation (and to some, saved from original sin). Grace is of central importance in the theology of Christianity, as well as one of the most contentious issues in Christian sectarianism. The principle of grace is considered as fundamental to Christianity as justice is to Law. The terms “salvation” and “grace” therefore become "virtually synonymous." Yet, grace has never been made part of any Christian creed except for the Westminster Confession.
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