In the new covenant, God doesn't want us to be blessed when we obey the law and cursed when we fail. Doesn't such a system sound awfully similar to the old covenant? Grace is the undeserved, unmerited and unearned favor of God - the moment you try to merit the free favors of God, His grace is nullified.
Joseph PrinceOne day in God's grace is equivalent to a thousand days of striving by your own efforts.
Joseph PrinceWe are not forgiven because we are good. We are forgiven because Christ bore our sins.
Joseph Prince