Podcasts about Good works

The David Alliance TDAgiantSlayer@gmal.com Garth Heckman So what am I talking about today?  But we get our gifting, our passions our talents and our purpose all confused. What is what? Gifting is a natural ability. Athletics, singing, math, Art Passion is something we love doing. Performing, creating, teaching, playing Talents are typically something we have practiced to achieve.  And sometimes these all weave together for the perfect storm.    But none are the sum total of our purpose!    The Bible doesn't give just one single sentence for a person's purpose;  it unfolds it like a grand narrative with a few core pillars.    OT and NT a person's ultimate purpose is generally broken down into three main relationships:    -  your relationship with God,    -  your relationship with others,    -  and your relationship with the world around you.   1. To Know God and Bring Him Glory MGLG At the very foundation, the Bible states that humans were created by God and for God. Your primary purpose is to be in a relationship with Him and to reflect His character to the world.   Reflecting His Image: In Genesis 1:27, it says humans are made in the "image of God." Think of this like a mirror—our job is to reflect His love, justice, kindness, and creativity into the world. Bringing Him Glory: MGLG -The prophet Isaiah quotes God as saying, "Everyone who is called by my name, whom I created for my glory, whom I formed and made" (Isaiah 43:7). BOTTOM LINE: LOOK LIKE GOD AND MAKE HIM LOOK GOOD       2. The Twin Pillars: Love God, Love People When Jesus was asked what the most important commandment in the entire scripture was, He simplified the entire Old Testament law into two direct actions. This is often looked at as the "Ultimate Summary" of human purpose.   MATTHEW 22:37 The first commandment Love the Lord your God with all your heart, mind and spirit. Second greatest is to lover your neighbor as yourself.        3. Cultivate the World (The Cultural Mandate) Purpose in the Bible isn't just spiritual; it's also practical and action-oriented. Right at the beginning of the human story, God gave mankind a specific job description regarding the earth itself. In Genesis 1:28, humans are told to "Be fruitful and increase in number; fill the earth and subdue it." This is often called the Cultural Mandate. It means humans are designed to be stewards—caretakers of creation. Your purpose includes taking raw potential (whether that's land, a business, a family, or a talent) and cultivating or literally squeezing everything out of it to help life thrive. 4. Walking in Unique, Prepared Good Works   the Apostle Paul writes about how Gods purpose intertwines with our purpose which is good works.  We are uniquely crafted for specific contributions to this world.   "For we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do." — Ephesians 2:10   The word used for "handiwork" or "workmanship" in the original Greek text is poiema (where we get our word poem). The Bible views your life as a unique masterpiece designed to carry out specific good deeds that match your exact strengths, personality, and experiences. Does "Handiwork" Tie into "Good Works"? Thematically yes, strongly: The verse's logic flows from identity (we are God's crafted masterpiece) to purpose (created for good works God pre-planned). Being God's poiema equips and orients us toward the erga agatha. Good works are the outworking and goal of His creative work in us—not the cause of salvation, but its fruit (tying back to vv. 8–9).   Picture this: His work in us, created us for his works through us to fulfill his purpose.      Handiwork vs. Good works in Eph. 2:8,9 Two different words. Gods work is a masterpiece Our work is a labor. ONE IS OUR IDENTITY THE OTHER IS OUR ACTIVITY     Life experiences we see in scripture and the real world.  Their life experiences were not random or wasted but formed the precise preparation, character development, skills, relationships, and credibility God used for their callings.** The Bible shows a consistent pattern: God shapes people through seasons of obscurity, suffering, failure, cultural exposure, and incremental faithfulness long before the "big moment." These experiences built humility, dependence on God, specific competencies, empathy, and strategic positioning.     David (1 Samuel 16 – 2 Samuel) **Key experiences**: Rejected by His father born illegitimate, Shepherd boy overlooked by family, given menial jobs, trials by lion/bear protecting sheep, anointed privately as future king, served Saul as musician/warrior, faced Goliath with past faithfulness as proof, 13 plus years as fugitive hiding in caves from Saul, attracted misfits and losers, forced to work with the Philistines his enemies.    - **How it prepared him**: Learned how to deal with rejection and turn to God. Shepherding taught leadership, courage, and reliance on God (Psalms reflect this). Defeating Goliath came from tested faith in small battles. Wilderness years forged trust in God's timing (refusing to kill Saul), developed military strategy, and created a loyal following. These equipped him to unite Israel, establish the kingdom, write worship that endures, and prepare the way for the temple/Solomon. His "rejection" years were kingship training.

This week, one of our Auburn Elders, Andy Leisewitz, brings our TITUS series to a close. As followers of Jesus, we are called to devote ourselves to good works—engaging in practical acts of love that meet the needs of those around us. Join us as we explore what it looks like to live out the gospel through a life of faith.

This teaching series by Pastor Greg Mohr is filled with revelation and practical instruction on how to establish your heart and live your life in God's grace and unconditional love. Get ready to be blessed, strengthened, and to increase in God's enablement and sufficiency as you receive the truths contained in this series, A Heart Established in Grace.

This powerful message takes us deep into Ephesians 2:1-10, reminding us of a fundamental truth we sometimes forget: we weren't saved because we were awesome—we were saved because God is awesome. The distinction between works OF righteousness versus works FOR righteousness becomes crystal clear here. We're not reading our Bibles to avoid God's wrath or serving others to earn brownie points with heaven. Instead, we're called to walk in the good works God prepared beforehand for us, motivated by love and transformation rather than fear or obligation. The beauty of this message lies in recognizing that ministry doesn't always look like full-time vocational service—it starts in our homes, at our workplaces, in the small daily opportunities we often overlook while waiting for something 'big' to happen. Like David faithfully tending sheep before facing Goliath, our faithfulness in small things prepares us for greater assignments. We're challenged to renew our minds according to Scripture, allowing the Word to transform how we see ourselves, God, and the authority we carry in Jesus' name. The call isn't to perform for acceptance—we already have the robe of righteousness, the ring of authority, and the shoes of freedom. Now it's time to actually live like the empowered children of God we truly are.

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Join us for This Woman was Full of Good Works delivered by Pastor Kris Bornman. Aired 05/10/26 To Connect with us click here: https://www.bethelftw.com/connect To download the App click here: https://bethel.app.link/store You can find us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/bethelftw You can find us on YouTube at https://tinyurl.com/bethelsyoutube You can visit our Online Campus at https://bethelftw.online.church To find out more about us visit: http://bethelftw.com

The Word and Good Works Bob Yandian Download

11am Series: In Christ (Ephesians) Ephesians 2:8–10

Our Outline Today -- "Good Works Encourage Both Our Looking Back and Forward, the One Is A Needed Preparation, the Other Our Heavenly Prospect"The Details of Our Living Under Grace Are ClearThe Saved and the Lost Are So Different, Whether In Life Or JudgmentThe Glories of Grace Are Undeniable and So Encouraging

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Message from Rev. Tripp Gordon on May 31, 2026

In this episode, Randi is joined by Paul Sydlansky, CFP®, to talk about your options when it comes to appreciated stock. If you're thinking about using stock gains as a philanthropic donation, this episode is for you! And as always, stay til the end to hear some of the latest "nonprofit tea."

Our Outline Today: In Christ Jesus, We Are All Created Unto Good Works, Part 2Good Works in the Lives of Elders (Overseers) Good Works in the Lives of Believing WomenGood Works in the Lives of Believing Men (Wealthy)Good Works in the Lives of Paul's Co-Ministers (Timothy)Good Works in the Lives of All (and with a Special Focus, On Titus Too)

As the church of Christ gathers in His name, men are called to be devoted to prayer and women to dress with modesty and good works for His glory. I. Brothers, We are Called to be Men of Prayer v 8 II. Sisters, You are Called to be Godly Women of Modesty and Good Works vv 9-10

Northwest Bible Church - May 24, 2026 - Matthew - Alan Conner Matthew 6:19-21 Treasures in Heaven Intro A. WHAT CHRIST IS NOT TEACHING. 1. Christ does not teach a ban on possessions or private property.     2. Christ does not teach it is wrong to save for the future.    B. WHAT CHRIST IS TEACHING (Matthew 6:19-21). 1. Don't store up for yourselves treasures on earth.     2. Treasures on earth are inferior and temporary (Matthew 6:19).   a. moths can destroy it -   b. rust can destroy it -  c. thieves break in and steal -  d. We are not durable.   Job 1:21; 1 Timothy 6:7 e. The key is our attitude toward our possessions,  f. Examples of sinfully storing up treasures on earth. 3. Treasures in heaven are superior and eternal (Matthew 6:20 4. Your heart will be devoted to what you treasure (Matthew 6:21).      C. HOW TO STORE UP TREASURES IN HEAVEN. 1. Use our earthly treasures to help others.  1 Timothy 6:18-19; Luke 12:33 2. Godly living.     Matthew 6:4, 6, 18; 1 Corinthians 3:14; Matthew 10:42; 1 Timothy 4:8 3. Persecution.  Heb. 11:24-26; Matthew 5:11-12 D. CHOOSE THE RIGHT TREASURE. 1. Our hearts are one with our treasure.   2. Examine hearts regularly.     3. Make effort to store up heavenly treasures.       Conclusion

The summary of the Collect prayer for the Fifth Sunday After Easter Mass is this: "All good things come from you, O Lord. Grant that we may think as You think, desire what You desire, and do what You do." The good works of Christ being manifest through us are, by far, not depended upon our perfection. They are completely dependent on His perfection being the strength in our weaknesses and frailties as well as the fullness that completes what we lack. Our created purpose is to know our God, and from knowing Him to glorify Him as He manifests Himself through us. There our joy is made full.

 Donald Trump signed a slew of executive orders on day one of his second term in 2025. One of those executive orders was the beginning of the end for the agency known as USAID.  It was started in 1961 by President Kennedy in order to advance human survival around the world, stabilize economies in the developing world and make the path to peaceful democracy smoother.  It was, and for all these intervening years remained, a noble cause credited with saving the lives of tens of millions around the world by treating and preventing serious health issues such as HIV/AIDS, malnutrition, tuberculosis, malaria and more.  And while not a focus of Project 2025, somehow it became a target for dissolution by President Trump and Elon Musk’s DOGE team.  Decades long dedicated staff, with expertise in this field, were summarily fired with the new Administration caring little of past success and future necessity.  Nicholas Enrich, a former civil servant who worked at USAID through four administrations, focusing on Global Health initiatives, had seen enough before he, too, was dismissed and had written some powerful memos that became part of the public record.  He documents what happened and why he continued the fight in his new book, “Into the Woodchipper: A Whistleblower’s Account of How the Trump Administration Shredded USAID.”

Today's Outline: In Christ Jesus, We Are All Created Unto Good WorksGood Works in the Lives of Us Saints in GeneralNext Time: In Christ Jesus, We Are All Created Unto Good Works, Part 2Good Works in the Lives of Elders (Overseers) Good Works in the Lives of Believing WomenGood Works in the Lives of Believing Men (Wealthy)Good Works in the Lives of Paul's Co-Ministers (Timothy)Good Works in the Lives of All (and Titus)

—Sermon text:Titus 3:1–8 Good Works, Our Gospel Witness Joe Thorn Download Download the discussion guide for this sermon here (coming soon)

Jimmy Chacon /// "By Faith" /// 5-16-26

(Good Works is a Deception) Baptism of Holy Spirit

17-May-2026 Ben Kerns

What would it take for you to lose the things that you value the most? "Gravity" affects all of us. Many times followers of Christ live frustrated because they believe everything is in God's hands, and if progress was not made, it's because God didn't will it into existence. It is true that our will should submit to God's will, but what about our part? What is your part? Many times we lack the understanding of our role in God's masterplan. In this message, Pastor JD shares a simple teaching that will bring you clarity. For more about ConnectCommunity, visit: https://www.connectcommunity.org

Are you trying to earn what God has already freely given? In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster tackles one of the most misunderstood topics in the Christian life — the role of works in salvation and in the saved life. Drawing from Galatians 2, Galatians 3, Hebrews 6, and Ephesians 2 in the KJV, Pastor Webster makes it clear that while no work can produce salvation, true salvation will always produce good works. You will learn why the law cannot justify, what the works of the flesh look like, and how the Holy Spirit empowers believers to walk in the good works God prepared for them. Subscribe to Words From The Word wherever you listen to podcasts.

Pastor Chad walks us through Ephesians 2 as he tells us how God's work in us leads to God's work through us.

Scripture Reading: Galatians 3:1-10Sermon Text: Heidelberg Catechism, Lord's Day 24I. The Basic Question A. A Question on the Value of Good Works B. A Question on the Merit of Good WorksII. The Biblical Answer A. On the Righteousness of God B. On the Evaluation of WorksIII. The Blind Objection A. The Concern behind the Objection B. The Answer to the ObjectionRev Greg Lubbers

Thanks to all who gave during our Spring Fundraiser!  Carmen talks a few minutes to thank some who gave at the end of our our on-air fundraiser.  Then, Carmen opens up Psalm 7:1 where David appeals to God for protection.  How do we apply that to when the governement seeks to silence those of faith?  How do you apply it when, like Ben Sasse, when you are facing death?  Apologist Daniel DeWitt of Scholar Leaders helps us to remember the grace that saves us, and not our (im)perfect obedience.  It's freedom.  Plus, he offers a Christian take on being "post-ambition, pre-retirement."   The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Jesus did not just redeem you to park you. He redeemed you to restore you. Too many people settle for knowing their sins are forgiven while never stepping into what they were recreated for. They experienced the cross but not fully embraced the resurrection, the ascension, and the Kingdom. But God did not just save you from something; He saved you for something. You are not an accident or an afterthought—you are His workmanship, crafted, restored, and commissioned.

In this episode of Off Script, Neil and Scott dive into the third week of the Galatians "Freedom" series. They explore why Paul used such harsh language - calling the Galatians "fools" - to snap them out of their slide back into legalism. Scott breaks down the historical background of the region, the relationship between the Promise and the Law, and why the church thrives most when it lacks "cultural capital." From heated disagreements on the baseball field to the painful leap of faith required to move a family across the country, this conversation centers on what it really looks like to be "made new" rather than just "tamed." The Challenge Take some time this week to reflect on two specific questions: What in your life is only explainable by God's grace, and what in your life is only explainable by your faith in Him? If you find it hard to answer the second one, ask yourself what a step of authentic, risky obedience might look like in your marriage, your parenting, or your career.   Hosts: Neil Gregory and Scott Nickell   What We Discuss Why Paul starts Galatians 3 by calling the audience "idiots" or "fools." How we often "sanitize" the Bible and view characters as "flannelgraph people." The technical argument of why the Promise to Abraham preceded the Law of Moses. The difference between justification (being made righteous) and sanctification (the work of the Spirit). Why "being nice" is not a fruit of the Spirit, but being kind is. The danger of turning your children's sports and success into "little gods." Navigating the tension of being a "Christian in name only" versus having true integrity. About Southland Christian Church Southland is one church meeting in multiple locations across central Kentucky. We believe Jesus came for the lost and the broken, which means there's a place for everyone here. Around here, that means we worship defiantly, speak truth unashamedly, and extend grace generously.   To support this ministry and help us continue to reach across Central Kentucky and all around the world, visit: https://southland.church/give

Randi and Sara talk spring, baseball, and Mark Twain before transitioning to their newest segment: spilling "nonprofit tea." Mark Twain's legacy is alive and well in Elmira, NY and his summer retreat is available for artists, writers, and scholars looking for inspiration from Quarry Farm. 

Pastor Bryan Wolfmueller of St. Paul Lutheran, Austin, TX Rome ExaminedThe post Responding to Roman Catholic Teaching, Part 3: Good Works and Free Will – Bryan Wolfmueller, 4/27/26 (1172) first appeared on Issues, Etc..

Weekend Scripture: Galatians 3 What are you going to do with the new you? This week, Scott dives into Galatians 3 and the rough crowd of the city of Galatia. The Galatian people had a wild and extreme heritage marked by violence and paganism. This is why Paul wanted to be so clear to the Galatian church: Jesus, and only Jesus, can set us free. You became a Christian by grace through faith in Jesus because there is no other way.

Vermon Pierre | The Light of Good Works | Matthew 5:14-16 | April 26, 2026

Titus 2

Salvation is a gift, but after we're saved, it's time to get to work and allow God to develop what He has put inside of us. This series will help us grow in our relationship with God and experience all He has for us.

Lynne Brown • James 2:1–2:26 • Sermon Notes (Lesson | Lesson | Video) • Every Woman's Grace

Lynne Brown • James 2:1–2:26 • Sermon Notes (Lesson | Lesson | Video)

Why do our good works in Christ please God when even our best works outside Christ added to our guilt? John Piper explores the insufficiency of works to save.