We, too, believe in works, but not as a means to salvation, but because God gives us things to do. One of the misconceptions is that the Reformed (the Elect, as it were) need not tell others about Christ because God already knows who the elect are. This is true that God knows, but he does use us as the means, the “tool” to bring them to Christ. I have had this experience and it is am amazing experience, I must say. We cannot ignore the works of God, and we should be telling everybody we meet about what God has done in our lives. One plants a seed by telling them of the love of Jesus, others water with love, compassion, good deeds, and the Holy Spirit changes their hearts from stone to living flesh as he is directed by Jesus.
Though I do not know your situation, I do think you have a heart for God. Continue is the works of love, joy, compassion, and witnessing to others. Rejoice in the Lord!
***We, too, believe in works, but not as a means to salvation, but because God gives us things to do. One of the misconceptions is that the Reformed (the Elect, as it were) need not tell others about Christ because God already knows who the elect are. ***
Very true about the hyper Calvinists. I have met some in passing and, as you may be able to tell, didn’t exactly hit it off. :)
***Though I do not know your situation, I do think you have a heart for God. Continue is the works of love, joy, compassion, and witnessing to others. Rejoice in the Lord!***
Wonderful sentiments and I thank you for them. I do rejoice in the Lord, not least because He has rewarded me far beyond my deserving, and in spite of my state of sin.