Romans 3:24 But being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus James 2:22 So faith works with his works, and faith is made perfect through works.
God's grace is the foundation of salvation. We cannot rely on ourselves to trust in Christ, nor can we earn justification through our works. Justification is His free gift. We live by faith in Christ, and the obedience we produce in our lives is not meant to glorify ourselves, but rather to demonstrate the righteousness of Christ living in us. All our good works are the fruit of our faith in Christ, revealing His reality and glory to others and reminding us to always rely on Him, not on ourselves.
Heavenly Father, thank you for calling me with grace, granting me faith in Christ and declaring me righteous. May your will be fulfilled in my life, so that my actions may become the fruit of faith in Christ, demonstrating that your righteousness truly lives within me. Help me to live a life of obedience, not self-reliance, but always relying on your strength. May all my words and actions glorify you, drawing others to your truth and beauty. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.