The actual picture is complex. It entails the accepted work of a Savior which in turn energizes us to some kind of gospel oriented works. “Deeds” will appear as proof. So it isn’t a cop out. But neither is it a “cop in” to self will.
“The actual picture is complex”
If it involves preaching instead of charity giving, he has no business in the White House. We are not electing a preacher-in-chief.