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Can Christians Fall From Grace?
The quick answer to this question is given by Paul, "You have been severed from Christ,
you who are seeking to be justified by law; you have fallen from grace" (Galatians 5:4). The
Bible plainly tells us that Christians can fall from grace. But this doctrine is widely disputed in
religion today. Therefore, it's helpful to consider additional Scriptures on this topic, to help us
answer this question.
Christians Must Take Heed: The apostle Paul states “Therefore let him who thinks he stands
take heed that he does not fall” (1 Corinthians 10:12). "For if we go on sinning willfully after
receiving the knowledge of the truth, there no longer remains a sacrifice for sins, but a terrifying
expectation of judgment and the fury of a fire which will consume the adversaries" (Hebrews
10:26-27).
Christians Can Stray From the Truth and Lose Their Souls: James cautions us, saying, "My
brethren, if any among you strays from the truth and one turns him back, let him know that he
who turns a sinner from the error of his way will save his soul from death and will cover a
multitude of sins" (James 5:19-20).
Paul Knew He Could Be Lost: The apostle Paul lived, knowing that he could turn away from
God and be lost eternally. If the apostle Paul could be lost, every Christian can be lost. Paul used
himself as an example to encourage the brethren in Corinth to work hard and be diligent in their
service to God. "But I discipline my body and make it my slave, so that, after I have preached to
others, I myself will not be disqualified " (1 Corinthians 9:27). ~B Tolbert
