[Secret Agent Man]

The good works we do, do nothing to save us. it also doesnt mean because they dont save us, thatthe work isnt helpful or beneficial to us. It is part of our sanctificstion and growing as christians. But not one good work we do saves us one iota. Our good works on their own are filthy rags in the sight of a holy, loving, and perfect God.

[ConservingFreedom]

Indeed - what saves us is a genuine faith that by its very nature is fruitful in the good works that God has set out for us to do. Anyone who thinks they have a saving faith but is not fruitful is kidding himself.

[trebb]

Agreed - as it is stated, It is by Faith alone that we are saved.

I also hear about how those who do extra works will get extra rewards in Heaven - I can't discount it as it doesn't say they will be saved ahead of the rest, but can't imagine what extra pleasure they might get over having "extra rewards" - will they get the choicest pieces of meat or best vintage of wine????

[RnMomof7]

Bump