Knowing that a man is not justified by the works of the law, but by the faith of Jesus Christ, even we have believed in Jesus Christ, that we might be justified by the faith of Christ, and not by the works of the law: for by the works of the law shall no flesh be justified. But if, while we seek to be justified by Christ, we ourselves also are found sinners, [is] therefore Christ the minister of sin? God forbid. For if I build again the things which I destroyed, I make myself a transgressor. For I through the law am dead to the law, that I might live unto God. I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me. I do not frustrate the grace of God: for if righteousness [come] by the law, then Christ is dead in vain. – Galatians 2:16-21
Yes, by grace. Not by faith alone, apart from works. Because we know that faith alone is dead. Shouldn't we read the Bible verses together, and not in idolation?
Knowing that a man is not justified by the works of the law, but by the faith of Jesus Christ,
"Works of the law" means something. Specifically, it refers to the idea that salvation is acheived by being perfect Jews, following the law given at Sinai perfectly.
Not really relevant to the discussion, but thanks.
SD