by Wendy Elizabeth Middleton
Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only he who does the will of my Father who is in heaven. Many will say to me on that day, ‘Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in your name, and in your name drive out demons and perform many miracles?” Then I will tell them plainly, ‘I never knew you. Away from me, you evildoers!’ Matthew 7:21-22
You can never earn heaven. There is nothing that you can do to make yourself good enough. Salvation is a gift freely given. Grace comes from the abundant mercy of God. But…
There is proof that the gift has been accepted. There is proof that the Holy Spirit is dwelling in the life of the believer. Believing is not enough. Even the demons believe – and shudder. (James 2:19)
