1 What shall we say, then, of Abraham, the father of our race? What was his experience?
2 If he was put right with God by the things he did, he would have something to boast about — but not in God's sight.
3 The scripture says, “Abraham believed God, and because of his faith God accepted him as righteous.”
4 Those who work are paid wages, but they are not regarded as a gift; they are something that has been earned.