Ephesians 2:10 (NKJV) For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them.
Good works are not the path to salvation; rather, they are the response to the grace we receive through Jesus Christ. Ephesians 2:10 reveals to us that we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to walk in. These works are a natural outflow of our faith in Him and reflect His love, grace, and mercy to the world.
God desires to demonstrate His compassion and kindness through His body—the believers. He blesses us not so we can hoard those blessings but to equip us to bless others. As stewards of His resources, we are called to be a channel of His love, helping the lost and those within the faith community.
Living a life of good works requires us to reflect God’s character in everything we do. Whether in our workplaces, our homes, or our communities, our actions should glorify Him. These acts of service not only fulfil our calling as believers but also serve as a testimony of God’s goodness and faithfulness to those around us.
Psalm 139:14 (NKJV) I will praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Marvelous are Your works, And that my soul knows very well.
God has uniquely designed each of us with talents, gifts, and abilities for specific purposes. The above Scripture reminds us that we are fearfully and wonderfully made. Each believer has a role to play in God’s plan, and when we walk in our calling, we bring glory to Him. By embracing our unique design, we can contribute to His kingdom in ways no one else can.
Faith and good works go hand in hand. As James teaches, faith without works is dead. When we act on our faith through good works, we bring hope and healing to those in need. This could mean giving to the poor, supporting missions, or helping someone in crisis. Good works involve meeting practical needs, such as providing financial aid, sharing resources, or offering time and expertise to those in need.
God’s blessings are not just for us—they are meant to flow through us to others. As we grow in faith and obedience, we become vessels of His provision.
2 Timothy 3:17 (NKJV)that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work.
God equips believers for every good work. Through these acts, we reflect God’s heart and fulfil our purpose as His children. Good works, empowered by faith, are a reflection of God’s grace in action. By living out this calling, we demonstrate His love and impact the lives of others for His glory.
Sermon Series: Growing our Faith in God (Part 3)
凭信心行善
以弗所书2:10 我们原是他的工作，在基督耶稣里造成的，为要叫我们行善，就是 神所预备叫我们行的。
善行不是通往救恩的道路，相反，它们是我们靠耶稣基督得到的恩典的回应。以弗所书2:10告诉我们，我们是上帝的杰作，在基督耶稣里被造，为要叫我们行善，这是上帝预先为我们预备的。这些行为是我们对祂的信心的自然流露，反映了祂对世界的爱、恩典和怜悯。
上帝渴望通过祂的肢体—信徒们，来展示祂的怜悯和良善。祂祝福我们，不是为了让我们隐藏这些祝福，而是要装备我们将这些祝福传递给他人。作为祂资源的管家，我们蒙召成为祂爱的渠道，帮助失丧的人和信仰社区中的人。
过行善的生活要求我们在所做的一切事情中反映上帝的品格。无论是在我们的职场、家庭还是社区，我们的行为都应该荣耀祂。这些服事的行为不仅完成了作为信徒的呼召，也作为神良善与信实的见证，向周围的人展示祂的伟大。
诗篇 139:14 我要称谢你，因我受造奇妙可畏；你的作为奇妙，这是我心深知道的。
神按祂独特的计划，造了我们每一个人，并赋予我们不同的才干、恩赐和能力来完成特定的使命。上述经文提醒我们，我们受造奇妙可畏。每位信徒在神的计划中都有独特的角色，而当我们行走在自己的使命中时，便能荣耀神。通过接受我们独特的设计，我们可以以其他人无法替代的方式为祂的国度做出贡献。
信心与行善是息息相关的。正如雅各教导的，信心若没有行为就是死的。当我们通过行善行出我们的信心时，我们为有需要的人带来了盼望和医治。这可能意味着帮助贫穷的人，支持宣教，或者在危机时帮助他人。行善包含满足实际需求，例如提供经济援助、分享资源或为有需要的人花费时间和提供专业帮助。
上帝的祝福不仅是给我们的，它们应当通过我们流向他人的。随着我们在信仰和顺服中的成长，我们成为祂供应的器皿。
提摩太后书 3:17 叫属神的人得以完全，预备行各样的善事。
神为每一位信徒装备了行善事所需的一切。通过这些行为，我们反映了上帝的心，完成了我们作为祂的儿女的使命。充满信心的行善是上帝恩典的体现。通过活出祂的呼召，我们展示了祂的爱，并为了祂的荣耀影响了他人的生命。
讲章系列：在神里面让信心生发成长（第三部分）
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