Ephesians 2:9

New American Bible - revised edition

it is not from works, so no one may boast.

Cross References

Romans 11:6

But if by grace, it is no longer because of works; otherwise grace would no longer be grace.

Romans 3:20

since no human being will be justified in his sight by observing the law; for through the law comes consciousness of sin. Justification Apart from the Law.

Romans 4:2

Indeed, if Abraham was justified on the basis of his works, he has reason to boast; but this was not so in the sight of God.

Romans 9:11

before they had yet been born or had done anything, good or bad, in order that God’s elective plan might continue,

Romans 9:16

So it depends not upon a person’s will or exertion, but upon God, who shows mercy.

2 Timothy 1:9

He saved us and called us to a holy life, not according to our works but according to his own design and the grace bestowed on us in Christ Jesus before time began,