As a christian, I don't believe I can 'earn' God's love or forgiveness by anything I do or give or whatever BUT God expects us to lead our lives according to Jesus example - so loving each other (everyone not just christians), forgiving, caring for those less fortunate, praying for and ministering to others, etc, etc. There are some weeks where I have alot to pray about, alot to ask for, and I do find myself questioning, 'Am I asking too much, expecting too much?' and am I considering others enough? iykwim.