Salvation is an absolute gift of God's grace, unearned and undeserved. It is freely given to those who accept the calling to be a follower of Christ.(Eph. 2:8)
However, by definition Christ followers cannot sit around admiring their holiness. No, we must actively take up the cross and follow Jesus' example. We've been regenerated and created in Him for good works.(Eph. 2:10)
We choose to live for God, we choose to work for Him. Not in order to get the gift of salvation, but because that gracious gift has already been given.
Amen!
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