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Old 05-17-2008, 01:46 PM
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Originally Posted by Backwoods Presbyterian View Post
No, unsaved people cannot commit truly "self-less" acts. (But neither can saved people really).
I would argue believers can perform truly selfless acts, just as they can also perform "good" acts, which is a part of the fruit of the Spirit. The act would only be good or selfless if it is led by the Holy Spirit.
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