Chapter 11: God’s Eternal Character

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Evil Deeds Good Deeds

Besides the two graphics above, there is the “on-balance” graphic below. This graphic reflects the attitude of many Christians today. In the back of their minds, their deeds are weighed on a balance scale. With 51/49

in their favor, they feel that the scales of eternal life are tipped in their favor. They are, unfortunately, very wrong in their understanding of God’s eternal nature and His view of what our life should be if we are really with Him.

On Balance, I am a Good Person

Evil Deeds Good Deeds

God’s idea is that when we are with Him that we are on a one-way street and are now “slaves to righteousness.” Therefore, there should be