As astonishing as it is to think that grace is UNMERITED FAVOR sovereignly given by the Holy Spirit, it is even more astonishing that some think that if they practice certain acts, like prayer, etc., they will obtain grace. They admit that it is through and by the Spirit that this grace is obtained. They also agree that the Spirit, like the wind, goes wherever he wishes. Then how can they possibly do anything that will influence the almighty and unchangeable God to give them grace?? We are mystified by this. These men claim to believe in salvation by grace ALONE, not by any actions they perform - ed