There is no inconsistency in saying that God rewards good works, provided we understand that nevertheless men obtain eternal life gratuitously.
John CalvinAs by the revolt of the first man, the image of God could be effaced from his mind and soul, so there is nothing strange in His shedding some rays of grace on the reprobate, and afterwards allowing these to be extinguished.
John CalvinIt cannot be denied that God in choosing and destining Mary to be the Mother of his Son, granted her the highest honor.
John Calvin