But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive in Christ even when we were dead in transgressions-- it is by grace you have been saved
1. Ephesians 2:4-5
(NIV)
But because of His great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions - it is by grace you have been saved.