"All have sinned and come short of the glory of God." (Romans 3:23)
SIN is transgressing God's law. It includes such things as lying, lust, cheating, deceit, anger, evil thoughts, immoral behavior, and more. And because of this...
If you wanted to save yourself by good deeds, do you know how good you would have to be?
"Therefore be ye also perfect, evan as your Father in heaven is perfect." (Matthew 5:48)
With such a high standard, no one can save himself. However, In Spite of our Sin...