As to our good works (4): The nature of good works as good
This article examines what constitutes 'good works' in the Christian life, drawing on biblical passages and Reformed theological principles to define how believers' works are deemed good in God's sight. Huizinga explores the spiritual character and purpose of good works as fruit of the Holy Spirit, providing practical theological grounding for understanding Christian ethics and sanctification. The piece is part of a larger series examining the nature of believers' good works from a Reformed perspective.
Previous article in this series: November 15, 2019, p. 90. Good We have been looking at the nature of the believer's good works as works, but now turn our attention to the nature of those works as good. Scripture denominates some of our works "good." While Matthew 5:16 is representative of those biblical passages that speak of the good works of elect believers in general, "Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven," Acts...
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