I receive, and continue to receive God’s graces through His Providence. I have been given the gift of Faith by the Holy Spirit.
Nothing I do can merit salvation, Jesus did it, once and for all.
However, I can reject the gift of salvation by refusing to obey God’s laws, and by refusing His commands. On the other hand, when I remember His love, mercy, and greatness, I feel true sorrow, and seek to conform my life to His will.
Eye has not seen, ear has not heard, what God has ready for those who love Him. Loving Him is more than obeying the Commandments, it is about serving others and evangelizing.
Work out your salvation with fear and trembling. I can’t get to Heaven just by saying I believe in Jesus, as the demons acknowledge the divinity of Jesus. On the other hand, I can’t just tick off a bunch of actions and wait around to die. No, I have to believe and acknowledge Jesus as my Lord, by my own submission. I also have to love my neighbor as my self, as well providing for those in physical and spiritual need. We perform these actions out of love for God, imitating His example.
You say one thing and then nullify It with your ensuing contingencies. You are saved NOW, believer! From that secure position you are now free to “walk worthy”.
There is therefore now NO CONDEMNATION for those who are in Christ Jesus.
Believe THAT!
You reject salvation by rejecting Christ, not the Law.
No, I have to believe and acknowledge Jesus as my Lord, by my own submission.
True.
I also have to love my neighbor as my self, as well providing for those in physical and spiritual need.
No, you do not have to do any of those things but as you mature in Christ you will find yourself doing those things.
But they are not necessary, not requirements for salvation.