In Christian theology, good works, or simply works, are a person's (exterior) actions and deeds that align with the moral teachings, emphasizing compassion, charity, kindness and adherence to biblical principles, in contrast to inner qualities such as grace or faith. Rooted in the belief that faith should manifest in positive actions, the concept underscores the importance of living out one's faith through generosity. Adherents emphasize the significance of engaging in altruism as a demonstration of their devotion to God. These actions, guided by the moral and ethical teachings of the Bible, are viewed as tangible expressions of love, obedience and righteousness within the framework of the Christian worldview. The concept of good works is intricately linked to the theological belief in salvation through faith (sola fide) rather than a means of earning salvation, as Christians seek to manifest their gratitude for God's grace by actively participating in acts of service to others. This theological perspective places significance on the transformative power of good works in fostering a life reflective of Christian values. Christians are often encouraged to love their neighbors, care for the unfortunate, and promote moral values in their communities.
This concept transcends denominational boundaries, reflecting a shared commitment to social responsibility and the pursuit of a virtuous life guided by Christian principles. The theological understanding of good works continues to be a subject of discourse and interpretation within the broader Christian community.
In Christian theology, goodworks, or simply works, are a person's (exterior) actions and deeds that align with the moral teachings, emphasizing compassion...
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paved with good intentions" is a proverb or aphorism. An alternative form is "Hell is full of good meanings, but heaven is full of goodworks". A common...
fide; this was traditionally understood as Paul arguing that Christians' goodworks would not factor into their salvation – only their faith would count....
the sheep and the goats, the corporal and spiritual works of mercy are a means of grace as good deeds; it is also a work of justice pleasing to God....
"works of the law", which sola fide proponents interpret as including not only moral, legal or ceremonial requirements but any goodworks or "works of...
The parable of the Good Samaritan is told by Jesus in the holy Gospel of Luke. It is about a traveler (implicitly understood to be Jewish) who is stripped...
Augsburg Confession's "Article XX: Of GoodWorks" are the fruit of faith, always and in every instance. Goodworks have their origin in God, not in the...
not righteous in God's eyes because of his choice or commitment, his goodworks or his piety, his emotions or intellect. Instead, he is righteous because...
salvation is faith, excluding goodworks and perseverance, holding to eternal security. Free Grace advocates believe that goodworks are not the condition to...
(such as a shrine, church or cemetery) or the performance of specific goodworks. Indulgences were introduced to allow for the remission of the severe...
Allstate advertises through the American Football Coaches Association "GoodWorks Team" in which local Allstate agents surprise players with trophies in...
anyone who truly has faith will produce good works as a product of faith, as a good tree produces good fruit. For Lutherans, justification can be lost...
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Aristotle discusses the Forms of Good in critical terms several times in both of his major surviving ethical works, the Eudemian and Nicomachean Ethics...
we are saved through our faith; this faith entails by its very nature, goodworks, always enabled by prior grace, without which this faith is dead." The...
Jersey dedicated to honoring Bayard Rustin through their mission and goodworks. Born in Morristown, New Jersey, Naegle was raised in Succasunna, New...
salvation is complete and is simply received by faith. Goodworks are the fruit of that faith. Goodworks show that we are saved, but have no part in saving...
gentle into that good night" is a poem in the form of a villanelle by Welsh poet Dylan Thomas (1914–1953), and is one of his best-known works. Though first...
"through a consistent Christian life of faith and goodworks." According to Reformed theology, goodworks are the consequence of the salvation and not its...
wrote that this parable shows "the necessity of goodworks", with the spare oil symbolizing goodworks stored up by faithful Christians, and the lax Christians...
in us the image of God so that through his power we produce goodworks. These goodworks are not meritorious but show the faith in our hearts (Ephesians...
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teaches that goodworks are required of Catholics as a necessary manifestation of the faith they received, and that faith apart from works is dead and...
Methodist theology: Faith is necessary to salvation unconditionally. Goodworks are necessary only conditionally, that is if there is time and opportunity...
Christianity also teaches that God wants people to perform goodworks, but all branches hold that goodworks alone will not lead to salvation, which is called...
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