Reply To: Christian Character 2024/25 Discussion Board 1

[Aanuoluwa Babalola]

Good works that stem from a relationship with Jesus serve as a witness to our faith for several reasons:

1. Demonstrate God’s love: When we do good works, we demonstrate God’s love to a watching world. As Jesus said, “Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven” (Matthew 5:16).
2. Verify our faith: Good works verify our faith and demonstrate that our profession of faith is genuine. As James writes, “Faith without works is dead” (James 2:26).
3. Point to Jesus: When we do good works, we point people to Jesus, the one who has transformed our lives. As the apostle Paul writes, “Whatever you do, do all to the glory of God” (1 Corinthians 10:31).
4. Build relationships: Good works provide opportunities to build relationships with others, which can lead to sharing the gospel and making disciples.