Scripture: Ephesians 2: 8-10
For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast. For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.
Scripture Commentary: God, through Jesus Christ, has given us the gift of salvation
How do we respond to this gift? We should respond to the gift of salvation with gratitude, praise and joy.
We became christians through God’s unmerited grace, not as the result of any effort, ability, intelligent choice, or act of service on our part.
If we are grateful for this free gift, we will naturally seek to help and serve others with kindness, love and gentleness. We won’t work to merely please ourselves. No action or work we do can helps us obtain salvation. God’s intention is that our salvation will result in acts of service.
We are not saved merely for our own benefit but in order to serve Christ and build up His church.
Go out and encourage others who are struggling. Show, through action, the love of Jesus Christ.
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Ephesians Chapter 2