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Originally Posted by mfblume
It is a manner of speaking, and regards salvation nonetheless.
They must secure their own salvation. That does not mean we are saved by works, but means we must secure to ourselves the salvation God provided by grace through faith by doing our part in the covenant. Every covenant has a part for both parties to play. This manner of speaking simply focused on the listeners' part.
Would you claim it is not about salvation? Why?
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Abraham was justified and declared "righteous" BEFORE he entered into the covenant (
Genesis 15:6). The covenant wasn't even introduced until two chapters later:
Genesis 17:10.
The covenant is as you describe - it requires action on both parts. Salvation however, is a free gift.
Romans 5:15 and
Romans 6:23.
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