4 Bible Verses about Works, Good
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in all things showing yourself an example of good works; in teaching, showing incorruptness, gravity,
In this way let your light shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven.
For we must all appear before the judgment-seat of Christ, that each may receive his reward for the things done in his body, according to what he has done, whether good or evil.
For we are his workman ship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God before prepared, that we should walk in them.
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Works, good » Encouraged » Insufficient to secure salvation
For by grace you have been saved through the faith; and this matter is not of yourselves; it is the gift of God: not by works, lest any one should boast.
who has saved us, and called us with a holy calling, not according to our works, but according to his own purpose and grace, which was given us in Christ Jesus be fore the times of the ages,
And why? Because they sought it not by faith, but as if by works of law: for they stumbled against that stone of stumbling,
knowing that a man is not justified by works of law, but by faith in Jesus Christ, even we have believed on Christ Jesus, that we may be justified by faith in Christ, and not by works of law: because, by works of law no flesh shall be justified.
Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name, and in thy name cast out demons, and in thy name done many mighty works? And then will I profess to them, I never knew you: depart from me, you that work iniquity.
Works, good » Encouraged » Examples of
I know your works, and your labor, and your patience; and that you can not bear with those who are evil, and that you have tried those who say they are apostles, and are not, and have found them liars;
Now there was in Joppa a certain disciple named Tabitha, which name, when translated, is Dorcas. She was full of good works and deeds of charity which she did.
For I was hungry, and you gave me food; I was thirsty, and you gave- me drink; I was a stranger, and you took me to your houses; naked, and you clothed me; I was sick, and you visited me; I was in prison, and you came to me.
remembering unceasingly your work, which is the result of faith, your labor, the cause of which is love, and your patience, which springs from your hope in our Lord Jesus Christ, in the sight of our God and Father:
Works, good » Salvation unattainable by
not by works of righteousness which we had done, but according to his own mercy, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Spirit,
For by grace you have been saved through the faith; and this matter is not of yourselves; it is the gift of God: not by works, lest any one should boast.
who has saved us, and called us with a holy calling, not according to our works, but according to his own purpose and grace, which was given us in Christ Jesus be fore the times of the ages,
Works, good » Shall be brought into the judgment
For we must all appear before the judgment-seat of Christ, that each may receive his reward for the things done in his body, according to what he has done, whether good or evil.
Works, good » Encouraged » Furnish a pattern for imitation
who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify for himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.
This saying is true, and in respect to these things, I will that you affirm strongly, in order that those who have believed in God may be careful to practice good works: these are the things that are honorable and profitable for men.
in all things showing yourself an example of good works; in teaching, showing incorruptness, gravity,
Works, good » In the judgment, will be an evidence of faith
Then the King will say to those on his right hand: Come, you blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world. For I was hungry, and you gave me food; I was thirsty, and you gave- me drink; I was a stranger, and you took me to your houses; naked, and you clothed me; I was sick, and you visited me; I was in prison, and you came to me. read more.
Then will the righteous answer him, saying: Lord, when did we see thee hungry, and feed thee? or thirsty, and give thee drink? When did we see thee a stranger, and take thee to our home? or naked, and clothe thee? When did we see thee sick, or in prison, and come to thee? And the King will answer and say to them: Verily I say to you, Inasmuch as you did it to one of the least of these my brethren, you did it to me.
What profit is there, my brethren, if any one say he has faith, and have not works? Can faith save him? If a brother or sister be naked, and destitute of daily food, and any of you say to them, Go in peace, be warmed and be filled, and yet give them not the things that are needful for the body, what does this profit them? read more.
So, also, faith, if it has not works, is dead, being by itself. But some one will say, You have faith, and I have works; show me your faith by your works, and I will show you my faith by my works. You believe that there is one God; you do well: the demons also believe, and tremble. But will you know, vain man, that faith without works is dead?
Works, good » Wrought by God in us
for it is God, who, of his good pleasure, works in you both the will and the power to perform.
Works, good » Holy women should manifest
having a good reputation for good works; if she has borne children, if she has entertained strangers, if she has washed the saints feet, if she has relieved the afflicted, if she has diligently followed every good work.
Works, good » God remembers
But, beloved, we are confident of better things concerning you, and of things that tend to salvation, though we thus speak. For God is not unjust, that he should forget your work, and the love which you have shown for his name by having ministered to the saints, and by continuing to minister.
Works, good » Encouraged » Glorify God
In this way let your light shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven.
so that you may walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, in order to please him in all things, by means of every good work bringing forth fruit, and increasing in the knowledge, of God,
Works, good » Encouraged » Demonstrate the reality of faith
maintaining an honorable mode of life am one the Gentiles, that, inasmuch as they speak against you as evil-doers, they may, on account of your good works which they witness, glorify God in the day of visitation.
So, also, faith, if it has not works, is dead, being by itself. But some one will say, You have faith, and I have works; show me your faith by your works, and I will show you my faith by my works.
Works, good » Justification unattainable by
knowing that a man is not justified by works of law, but by faith in Jesus Christ, even we have believed on Christ Jesus, that we may be justified by faith in Christ, and not by works of law: because, by works of law no flesh shall be justified.
Wherefore, by works of law, no flesh shall be justified in his sight; for by law is the knowledge of sin.
Works, good » Designed to lead others to glorify God
In this way let your light shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven.
maintaining an honorable mode of life am one the Gentiles, that, inasmuch as they speak against you as evil-doers, they may, on account of your good works which they witness, glorify God in the day of visitation.
Works, good » Christ, an example of
how God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit, and with power; who went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed by the devil; for God was with him.
Jesus answered them: Many good works have I showed you from my Father: for which of these works do you stone me?
Works, good » Saints » Should be careful to maintain
This saying is true, and in respect to these things, I will that you affirm strongly, in order that those who have believed in God may be careful to practice good works: these are the things that are honorable and profitable for men.
Let our people also learn to practice good works for necessary uses, that they may not be unfruitful.
Works, good » Saints » Should be established in
Works, good » Saints » Exhorted to put on
Put on, therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, a merciful disposition, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, long-suffering: bearing with one another, and forgiving one another, if any one have a complaint against any; even as Christ forgave you, so also do you: and over all these put on love, which is the bond of perfectness.
Works, good » Ministers should » Exhort to
Charge those who are rich in this age, that they be not proud, nor trust in uncertain riches, but in the living God, who gives us all things richly for our enjoyment, that they do good, that they be rich in good works, that they be ready to distribute, liberal,
Works, good » Saints » Should abound to all
And God is able to confer every gift upon you abundantly, that you, always having all sufficiency in every thing, may have enough for every good work;
Works, good » The scripture designed to lead us to
All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished for every good work. #VALUE!
Works, good » Saints » Followed into rest by their
And I heard a voice from heaven, saying: Write, Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord from this time. Yes, says the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors, and their works do follow them.
Works, good » Called » Fruits of righteousness
being filled with the fruit of righteousness, which fruit is by Jesus Christ, to the glory and praise of God.
Works, good » Are by jesus Christ to the glory and praise of God
being filled with the fruit of righteousness, which fruit is by Jesus Christ, to the glory and praise of God.
Works, good » Saints » Should be fruitful in
so that you may walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, in order to please him in all things, by means of every good work bringing forth fruit, and increasing in the knowledge, of God,
Works, good » To be performed in Christ's name
And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him.
Works, good » Encouraged » Enriched life
that they do good, that they be rich in good works, that they be ready to distribute, liberal,
Works, good » Saints » Should be furnished unto all
Works, good » Saints » Should be prepared unto all
If, therefore, any one will cleanse him self from these strifes about words, he will be a vessel for honor, sanctified, highly useful to the master, prepared for every good work.
Works, good » Saints » Should avoid ostentation in
Beware of doing your charitable deeds before men, to be seen by them; otherwise you have no reward with your Father who is in heaven. When, therefore, you do a charitable deed, do not cause a trumpet to be sounded before you, as the hypocrites do, in the synagogues and in the streets, that they may be glorified by men. Verily, I say to you, They have their reward. But when you do a charitable deed, let not your left hand know what your right hand does; read more.
that your charitable deeds may be in secret; and. your Father, who sees in secret, himself will reward you openly. And when you pray, you shall not be like the hypocrites; for they love to pray standing in the synagogues, and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen by men. Verily, I say to you, They have their reward. But do you, when you pray, go into your closet, and when you have closed the door, pray to your Father who is in secret: and your Father who sees in secret will reward you openly. But when you pray, do not use vain repetitions, as the heathen do: for they think that they will be heard for their many words. Be not, there fore, like them; for your Father knows what things you need before you ask him. In this manner, therefore, pray you: Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done on earth, as it is done in heaven. Give us this day the bread for our support. And forgive us our debts, as we also forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the Evil One. For if you forgive men their offenses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you forgive not men their offenses, neither will your Father forgive your offenses. And when you fast, do not put on a sad countenance, as the hypocrites do; for they disfigure their faces, that they may appear to men to be fasting. Verily, I say to you, They have their reward. But do you, when you fast, anoint your head and wash your face; that you may not appear to men to be fasting, but to your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you.
Works, good » Saints » Created in Christ unto
For we are his workman ship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God before prepared, that we should walk in them.
Works, good » Saints » Should be rich in
that they do good, that they be rich in good works, that they be ready to distribute, liberal,
Works, good » Encouraged » Tend to summons others to their tasks
and let us consider one another that we may excite to love and good works,
Works, good » Saints » Should provoke each other to
and let us consider one another that we may excite to love and good works,
Works, good » Saints » Should be perfect in
perfect you in every good work, in order that you may do his will, working in you that which is acceptable in his sight, through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory from age to age. Amen.
Works, good » Called » Works and labors of love
For God is not unjust, that he should forget your work, and the love which you have shown for his name by having ministered to the saints, and by continuing to minister.
Works, good » Called » Fruits meet for repentance
Bring forth, therefore, fruit worthy of repentance:
Works, good » They alone, who abide in Christ can perform
Abide in me, and I will abide in you. As the branch can not bear fruit of itself, unless it abide in the vine, so neither can you, unless you abide in me. I am the vine, you are the branches. He that abides in me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; for apart from me you can do nothing.
Works, good » Saints » Should manifest, with meekness
Who is wise and discreet among you? Let him show, by a good behavior, his works, with the meekness of wisdom.
Works, good » Saints » Are zealous of
who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify for himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.
Works, good » Called » Good fruits
But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, easy to be entreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy.
Works, good » Heavenly wisdom is full of
But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, easy to be entreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy.
Works, good » The wicked reprobate unto
They profess that they know God, but in their works they deny him, being detestable and disobedient, and, as it respects every good work, rejected.
Works, good » A blessing attends
But he that looks intently into the perfect law of liberty, and remains constant, being not a forgetful hearer, but a doer of the work, he shall be blessed in his deed.
Works, good » Ministers should » Be patterns of
in all things showing yourself an example of good works; in teaching, showing incorruptness, gravity,
Works, good » Saints » Bring to the light their
But he that does the truth, comes to the light, that his deeds may be made manifest that they are done in God.
Works, good » Saints » Should be ready to all
Put them in mind to be subject to principalities and authorities, to obey rulers, to be ready for every good work,
Works, good » Saints » Being Full of
Now there was in Joppa a certain disciple named Tabitha, which name, when translated, is Dorcas. She was full of good works and deeds of charity which she did.
Works, good » God is glorified by
In this is my Father glorified, that you bear much fruit; and in this you will be my disciples.
Works, good » Illustrated
I am the vine, you are the branches. He that abides in me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; for apart from me you can do nothing.