Why should Christians be motivated to do good works?
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Christians should be motivated to do good works as a response to God's grace and mercy received through Christ, not for self-justification.
Christians are driven to good works as a natural response to experiencing God's grace and kindness. In 2 Samuel 2:6, David promises to requite kindness for kindness shown, reflecting the overarching biblical principle that believers do not work to earn salvation, but out of gratitude for the salvation already secured for them. Ephesians 2:8-10 emphasizes that we are saved by grace through faith, leading us to walk in the good works that God prepared beforehand. This perspective fosters a genuine motivation for service and generosity, rooted in love and gratitude, rather than obligation.
Scripture References:
2 Samuel 2:6, Ephesians 2:8-10
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