WHY GOOD WORKS IF I AM SAVED BY GRACE?

1. The Bible teaches that good works are a demonstration of our faith and love for

God. In James 2:18, it is written: "But someone will be able to say, 'You have faith and I have works.' Show me your faith without works and I will show you my faith by my works."

2. Doing good works is a way of imitating Jesus Christ, who dedicated his life to serving others. In Ephesians 5:1-2 it says, "Like God, therefore, as beloved children, and live in love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, an offering and sacrifice of a pleasing aroma to God."

3. Good works are not a way to buy salvation, but are a response to the salvation we have already received through God's grace. In Ephesians 2:8-9, it is written, "For by grace you have been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God; not of works, lest anyone should boast."

4. Good works are a way to glorify God and testify of his love to the world. In Matthew 5:16, it is written: "Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father which is in heaven."

5. Finally, doing good works can bring us many blessings and rewards in our earthly life and in the eternal life. In 1 Timothy 6:18-19, it is written: "That they do good, that they are rich in good works, generous in giving and ready to share. In this way, they will store up for themselves a secure treasure for the future and have the life true that is real life."

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