How do we know that our works please God?

The text illustrates that it is not merely the actions themselves that matter but the heart and intent behind them. In Proverbs 21:4, we see that even seemingly good works, like plowing fields, can be sinful if done with pride. The key to pleasing God lies in committing our works out of love for Him, recognizing that we are accepted not based on our merits but on Christ's sacrifice. When our intentions are right and our actions are an expression of thanksgiving, they reflect the gospel's transformative power in our lives, thereby pleasing God.