Because of this calling, I speak to you who are of the church, who are the peaceful followers of Christ. You have obtained enough hope by which you can enter into the Lord's rest, from now until the time when you will rest with Him in heaven.
I believe this of you because you are at peace with all people. I remember God's word, that says by their works you will know them, for if their works are good, then they are good.
God said an evil person cannot do good, for if he offers a gift or prays to God without being sincere, he receives nothing, for his works are considered not righteous.
If an evil man gives a gift, he can only do it with a grudge, so it is the same as if he had not given the gift, and he is still evil before God.
It is the same when an evil person prays. If he prays without real intent of heart, he receives nothing, for God rejects such prayers. This is why evil people cannot do good nor give a good gift.
A filthy fountain cannot bring forth good water, nor can a good fountain bring forth filthy water. Those who serve the devil cannot follow Christ and those who follow Christ cannot serve the devil.
All good things come from God and all evil things come from the devil, for the devil is God's enemy and never stops fighting Him.
