Absolutely not. Actually, men have invented their own salvation systems where they choose God (He does not choose them). Men want only to trust in their own works to save themselves. They want to be in control and to make the final decision about their eternal destiny. Appearing to seek salvation, mankind has invented a very wicked, totally man-centered, self-centered false “gospel” of salvation.
Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in thy name done many wonderful works? And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity. (Matthew 7:22-23)
For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast. (Ephesians 2:8-9)
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yeah
dont go to michigan there is a small town called hell there
Grace is God’s giving us something we cannot earn or deserve. According to Romans 11:6, “work” of any kind destroys grace—the idea is that a worker earns payment, while the recipient of grace simply receives it, unearned. Since salvation is all of grace, it cannot be earned. Faith, therefore, is a non-work. Faith cannot truly be considered a “work,” or else it would destroy grace. (See also Romans 4—Abraham’s salvation was dependent on faith in God, as opposed to any work he performed.)
Romans 10:9-10 sums up salvation.
9) That if you confess with your mouth, "Jesus is Lord," and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.
10) For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you confess and are saved.
john 14:6
6 Jesus told him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one can come to the Father except through me.
Jesus is the way to salvation
you are right. Grace is a gift not earned. There is nothing we can do to earn it, but we can get it by asking for it and receiveing it, knowing we didn't deserve it in the first place.
its all about grace! we deserve nothing. but God in his grace elected us and saved us. that is certainly something to rejoice about!
Are we supposed to believe that God chose you? We are not that gullible.
Kay....So I'm good right? If I've been chosen, it doesn't matter WHAT I do? Awesome, you're my new religion.
You're not supposed to answer your own questions.
We get points for doing that;-{ thanks for the 2 points.
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