Topical Encyclopedia In the Christian tradition, the concept of "good works" is deeply intertwined with the life and faith of believers. Good works are seen as the natural outflow of a life transformed by faith in Jesus Christ. They are not the means of salvation but are evidence of a living faith. The Bible emphasizes that believers are created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand for them to walk in (Ephesians 2:10).The saints, those who have been sanctified and set apart by God, are often depicted as individuals whose lives are marked by good works. These works are not merely acts of charity or kindness but are expressions of the love and grace that they have received from God. The saints' good works are a testament to their faith and are seen as a reflection of God's character in the world. The idea that saints are followed into rest by their good works is rooted in the biblical understanding of eternal reward and the continuity of life beyond death. In the book of Revelation, it is written, "Then I heard a voice from heaven saying, 'Write this: Blessed are the dead—those who die in the Lord from this moment on.' 'Yes,' says the Spirit, 'they will rest from their labors, for their deeds will follow them'" (Revelation 14:13). This passage suggests that the good works of the saints accompany them into the afterlife, serving as a testament to their faithfulness and devotion. The rest that the saints enter is often understood as the eternal peace and joy found in the presence of God. It is a rest from earthly struggles and labors, a fulfillment of the promise of eternal life. The good works that follow them are not forgotten but are remembered and rewarded by God. This is consistent with the teaching of Jesus, who said, "For the Son of Man is going to come in His Father’s glory with His angels, and then He will repay each one according to what he has done" (Matthew 16:27). The Apostle Paul also speaks to this theme, encouraging believers to be steadfast and immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that their labor is not in vain (1 Corinthians 15:58). The assurance that their good works will follow them into rest provides motivation and hope for the saints as they live out their faith in a world that often opposes it. In summary, the concept of good works following the saints into rest underscores the eternal significance of a life lived in faithful service to God. It highlights the continuity between this life and the next, affirming that the deeds done in faith have lasting value and are honored by God in the life to come. Torrey's Topical Textbook Revelation 14:13And I heard a voice from heaven saying to me, Write, Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from now on: Yes, said the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors; and their works do follow them. Torrey's Topical Textbook Library All Saints' Day Obadiah 1 Timothy v. 8 The Fifth vision "On Earth" Perseverance of Saints. The Life of Mr. Patrick Hamilton. Letter Lv. Replies to Questions of Januarius. Sermon for Ash Wednesday The Necessity of Diligently Seeking the Saints' Rest. The Righteousness of Works Improperly Inferred from Rewards. Resources Is it really possible for Christians to do greater works than Jesus? | GotQuestions.orgIs salvation by faith alone, or by faith plus works? | GotQuestions.org What are the works of the law (Romans 3:20; Galatians 2:16)? | GotQuestions.org Works: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Good Works are by Jesus Christ to the Glory and Praise of God Good Works in the Judgment, Will be an Evidence of Faith Good Works: Called: Fruits Meet for Repentance Good Works: Called: Fruits of Righteousness Good Works: Called: Good Fruits Good Works: Called: Works and Labours of Love Good Works: Christ, an Example of Good Works: Heavenly Wisdom is Full of Good Works: Holy Women should Manifest Good Works: Justification Unattainable By Good Works: Ministers should a Blessing Attends Good Works: Ministers should be Patterns of Good Works: Ministers should Designed to Lead Others to Glorify God Good Works: Ministers should Exhort To Good Works: Ministers should God is Glorified By Good Works: Ministers should Illustrated Good Works: Ministers should The Wicked Reprobate To Good Works: Saints are Full of Good Works: Saints are Zealous of Good Works: Saints: Bring to the Light Their Good Works: Saints: Created in Christ To Good Works: Saints: Exhorted to Put On Good Works: Saints: Followed Into Rest by Their Good Works: Saints: should Abound to All Good Works: Saints: should Avoid Ostentation In Good Works: Saints: should be Careful to Maintain Good Works: Saints: should be Established In Good Works: Saints: should be Fruitful In Good Works: Saints: should be Furnished to All Good Works: Saints: should be Perfect In Good Works: Saints: should be Prepared to All Good Works: Saints: should be Ready to All Good Works: Saints: should be Rich In Good Works: Saints: should Manifest, With Meekness Good Works: Saints: should Provoke Each Other Good Works: Salvation Unattainable By Good Works: Shall be Brought Into the Judgment Good Works: The Scripture Designed to Lead Us To Good Works: They Alone, Who Abide in Christ Can Perform Good Works: To be Performed in Christ's Name Good Works: Wrought by God in Us Works: Good in the Judgment, Will be an Evidence of Faith Works: Good of the Righteous, are Manifest Works: Good: A Blessing Attends Works: Good: Designed to Lead Others to Glorify God Works: Good: God is Glorified By Works: Good: Holy Women should Manifest Works: Good: Jesus an Example of Works: Good: Servants should be Patterns of Works: Good: Servants should Exhort To Works: Good: The Barren Fig Tree Works: Good: The Laborer's in the Vineyard Works: Good: Will be Brought Into Judgment Works: Insufficiency of, for Salvation Works: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To Related Terms Good-for-nothing (22 Occurrences) |
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