Taking a free gift goes against the grain for many people. They would rather earn what they receive, even if it is from God. When it comes to the gospel, no one can do anything to merit salvation. The salvation equation is not Jesus, plus my good deeds, or, plus my good intentions. Only what Jesus did is of value when God the Father bestows eternal life.
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: November 10, 2011
Taking a free gift goes against the grain for many people. They would rather earn what they receive, even if it is from God. When it comes to the gospel, no one can do anything to merit salvation. The salvation equation is not Jesus, plus my good deeds, or, plus my good intentions. Only what Jesus did is of value when God the Father bestows eternal life.