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Discover the profound teachings in Ephesians 2:8-10 and Titus 3:4-7 about good works in the Christian faith. While we are not saved by our good works, we are saved to perform them as an expression of our faith. Reflect on the purpose of good works: bringing glory to God, resembling Jesus, demonstrating living faith, helping others, and meeting urgent needs. This guide emphasizes the importance of doing good in our communities, caring for the vulnerable, and remaining steadfast in our mission to love and serve others.
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The GospelOf Good Works Ephesians 2:8-10
The GospelOf Good Works We Are Not Saved By Good Works Ephesians 2:8-9; Titus 3:4-7
The GospelOf Good Works We Are Saved To Do Good Works Ephesians 2:10; Titus 2:11-14; 3:1,8,14
The GospelOf Good Works The Purpose Of Good Works... They bring glory to God Mt 5:14-16; 1Pe 2:12 They make us more like Jesus Lk 6:40; Ac 10:38 They demonstrate living faith Jm 2:14-17,20,24 They help unbelievers believe 1Pe 2:12; 3:1-2 They meet urgent needs Ti 3:14 For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them. Ephesians 2:10
The GospelOf Good Works Good Works We Should Do... Care for widows and orphans Jm 1:27; Ac 9:36-39 Support the weak Ac 20:35; 1Th 5:14; Ga 6:1-2 Visit the sick Lk 4:40; 9:2; 10:9; Jm 5:14-15 Entertain strangers He 13:2; Ro 12:13; 1Ti 3:2; 5:9-10 Remember prisoners He 13:13:3; 10:34; Ph 4:14,18 Share our wealth He 13:16; 1Ti 6:16-19 “...thoroughly equipped for every good work.” 2Ti 3:16-17
The GospelOf Good Works And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all, especially to those who are of the household of faith. Galatians 6:9-10
The GospelOf Good Works Through The Washing Of Regeneration Titus 3:4-7; Mark 16:16; Acts 2:38; 22:16