Being empowered for good works means that God works in believers to will and to do, enabling them to perform actions that glorify Him.
The Bible teaches that good works are not the result of human effort alone but are accomplished through the empowerment of God in the life of a believer. Philippians 2:13 states that it is God who works in us both to will and to do of His good pleasure. This divine enablement means that while Christians are called to perform good works, the strength and motivation come solely from God. These works are intended to glorify God rather than to gain human recognition, and reflect the transformation that occurs within believers because of their faith in Christ. Therefore, true good works are those that arise from a heart that seeks to honor God.
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