28 We know that God makes all his works cooperate together for the good of those who love God, those who are the ones called according to his purpose;+

10 We are God’s handiwork and were created+ in union with Christ Jesus+ for good works, which God determined in advance for us to walk in them.

9 He saved us and called us with a holy calling,+ not because of our works,+ but because of his own purpose and undeserved kindness.+ This was given to us in connection with Christ Jesus before times long ago,+