Christians believe that we are saved by faith in Jesus Christ our Savior alone and not by any works that we can do. In all other religions there are certain things you must do, criteria that must be met, before you can obtain heaven or be with their god. These "works" that must be completed goes completely against what is taught in the Bible. "If you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved."(Romans 10:9-10) Nowhere does it say that you should pray 6 times a day, give all your money to a religion, or only believe the parts of the Bible you want to believe and change the parts you don't like.
Christian do good works, not to get into heaven, but to show honor and respect to their Savior. We pray, not because we have to, but because we want a closer relationship with Jesus. We tithe, not because it is a requirement to get into heaven, but because God instructed us to and we want to follow his word. We do good works here on earth, not to build up points to achieve eternal life, but because it is pleasing to our Lord and is a good example for others to follow. Jesus said, "You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on it's stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven."(Mathew 5:14-16)
Start today and give your life to Christ. Ask him into your life and let your light shine for all the world to see!
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