God: "I looked for someone to take a stand for me, and stand in the gap" (Ezekiel 22:30)
In Philippians 3, Paul explained how his “righteous merit” exceeded any on the planet. If anyone could have earned heaven it would have been him. Yet Paul knew we can never earn God’s favor. The only hope we have is the righteousness of Jesus Christ given to us as a gift when we embrace Him by faith. Though the specifics are different, the boasts are the same: I was born in America. I grew up in a devout Christian family. I was baptized. I read my Bible and pray every morning. I faithfully attend church. I serve in the church. I participate in the Lord’s Supper each month. I am blameless in my obedience to the Scriptures. All of these are excellent, but when we use them to earn God’s saving favor, they are but “rubbish.”
Salvation by faith does not eliminate good works per se. It does away with works that are the result of human effort alone (Ephesians 2:8). It abolishes any attempt to merit God’s favor by our works (Ephesians 2:9). But it does not deter God’s foreordained purpose that our walk of faith should be characterized by good works (Ephesians 2:10).
DRESSING
Toast walnuts on a hot, dry skillet, stirring frequently, until they are
fragrant. About 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat & let cool. Combine
salad ingredients in a serving bowl & toss with the walnuts. In a small
bowl, stir together the dressing ingredients. Pour over the salad & toss to
coat. Serve at once.
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