You don't become a saint by *acting like one*. You act like one after you become a saint.
The only way to have eternal life is through the new birth.
Jesus ran into plenty of people who kept the Law, which would qualify them as *acting* like saints. But He said they weren't saved.
That statement clearly shows a belief that it's works that save one.
Jesus ran into plenty of people who kept the Law, which would qualify them as *acting* like saints. But He said they weren't saved.
AMEN.
That which is born of the flesh is flesh; and that which is born of the Spirit is spirit. Marvel not that I said unto thee, Ye must be born again." -- John 3:5-7
"No man can come to me, except the Father which hath sent me draw him: and I will raise him up at the last day." -- John 6:44"Jesus answered, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God.
Scripture, please. This is one of those Protestant theological fantasies. Sanctification is gradual and lasts a lifetime.
[2] Grace to you and peace be accomplished in the knowledge of God and of Christ Jesus our Lord: [3] As all things of his divine power which appertain to life and godliness, are given us, through the knowledge of him who hath called us by his own proper glory and virtue. [4] By whom he hath given us most great and precious promises: that by these you may be made partakers of the divine nature: flying the corruption of that concupiscence which is in the world. [5] And you, employing all care, minister in your faith, virtue; and in virtue, knowledge; [6] And in knowledge, abstinence; and in abstinence, patience; and in patience, godliness; [7] And in godliness, love of brotherhood; and in love of brotherhood, charity. [8] For if these things be with you and abound, they will make you to be neither empty nor unfruitful in the knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ. [9] For he that hath not these things with him, is blind, and groping, having forgotten that he was purged from his old sins. [10] Wherefore, brethren, labour the more, that by good works you may make sure your calling and election. For doing these things, you shall not sin at any time. (2 Peter 1)Be you therefore perfect, as also your heavenly Father is perfect (Matthew 5:48)
If thou wilt be perfect, go sell what thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come follow me (Matthew 19:21)