What is the relationship between faith and works in a believer's life?

In sovereign grace theology, faith and works are closely intertwined yet distinct in purpose. While we are justified by faith alone (Romans 3), genuine faith naturally results in good works (James 2:17). Paul articulates this in Ephesians 2:10, stating that we are created in Christ for good works, which God prepared beforehand. Therefore, our good works are a response to God’s grace and serve as evidence of our union with Christ. These works are acceptable to God, not because they earn merit, but because they stem from the transforming power of faith in Christ, who is our righteousness.