[wmfights]

I always appreciate your direct answers. They do seem contradictory at times.

First you say:

"you are found righteous before God based on the lifetime of your works" in faith

Then you say:

Life-long 'works' of faith are an expression of, and not the cause of our righteousness.

Also,you say:

It's not the Spirit but God's energies that work in us.

I noted you did reference the Holy Spirit guiding us, but is it your belief that the Holy Spirit does not indwell the elect, rather God the Father's uncreated energies?

[kosta50]

They do seem contradictory at times

I don't see any contradiction. A faith void of works is a dead faith. "Show me your faith" says +James. We will be judged on what we have done with our faith. Multiply the talents/blessings. Show mercy and forgiveness if you are going to ask God for mercy and forgiveness.

It's like winning a lottery. You can do a lot of good with it, or you can squander it. Share your blessings so that others may also be blessed. God makes it clear that He expects us to do more than just bleieve.

Righteousness is attained by faith, through good works, driven by a Christ-like heart.