ETCF VII.67. FAITH AND WORKS

From Essential Truths of the Christian Faith by R.C. Sproul(c) 1992 R. C. Sproul Published by Tyndale ISBN 0-8423-2006-1

VII.67. FAITH AND WORKS

Summary

1. No one can be justified by good works. Only through faith in Christ can
we be justified.
2. Faith and good deeds must be distinguished but never separated. True
faith always produces works of obedience.
3. Justification is by faith alone, but not by a faith that is alone.
4. Dead faith cannot justify.
5. Faith in Christ means trusting in Him as Savior and submitting to Him
as Lord.
6. We are rewarded in heaven according to our good works, though this
reward is one of grace.

Works = Justification ~ FALSE
Faith + Works = Justification ~ FALSE
Faith = Justification - Works ~ FALSE
Faith = Justification + Works ~ TRUE

Biblical passages for reflection:

Romans 3:9-4:8; Philippians 2:12-13;
James 2:18-24; 2 Peter 1:5-11;
1 John 2:3-6; 1 John 4:7-11;

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