"Now to him that worketh is the reward not reckoned of grace, but of debt. But to him that worketh not, but believeth on Him that justifieth the ungodly, his faith is counted for righteousness. Even as David also describeth the blessedness of the man, unto whom God imputeth righteousness without works,"
~Romans 4:4-6, KJV
It's amazing how many varying forms of "Christianity" depend on their good works to save them when the Bible clearly states good works is a reward of debt. God is a God of love and grace. You can't work your way into heaven and you can never be "good enough" to undue your wrongs. If you add anything unto salvation other than the cross you are taking away from the work of Christ.
I believe His work on calvary the ONLY thing I need for my salvation. Do I try to do good deeds? Yes, I love the Lord and believe that the rules he sets up are for us to have a better life. I try to be good and righteous and to not sin, but those good deeds won't get me into heaven. His blood is the only thing that can justify me and allow me to walk through the pearly gates.
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