Not by Us

Today's Verse is Romans 4:5
But to him that worketh not, but believeth on him that justifieth the ungodly, his faith is counted for righteousness.

Here we find a principle that the 12 step programs use (though, I do not condone their use. Why use a counterfeit when the real thing is available?) Our Salvation is based upon our recognition that we are in need of saving. We must recognize that we are ungodly, having in us no desire to do that which pleases The Most High God. Even to do this we must have His help. Once we have been justified (saved) this nature is muted, but will not be eradicated until our salvation is completed by the first resurrection. Therefore, we must confess it and surrender to the working of the Holy Spriit in our life allowing us to reckon it dead by the blood of Jesus Christ. Rejoice, therefore, and be glad, for He will enable us to stand before Him in the judgment. Amen

To God Be The Glory
Scott