We are saved by grace so that we may not boast. But we are also God’s work created to shew God’s love through good works.

Source: Ephesians 2:7-10

Jesus in the sermon on the mount talked about works. What did he say was the purpose of works?

Our works done are not for our glory but so that people would glorify God. We are not seeking our own reward but showing people what God can do.

Source: Matthew 5:16

According to the Bible who does God give grace to?

God gives grace to the humble and lowly.

Source: Proverbs 3:34, James 4:6, 1^st Peter 5:5

Hello,

I watched the Super Bowl with family last night. Not a lot of excitement in the midwest.

Grace and works is perhaps the oldest misunderstanding of faith. People who tell me all my works will guarantee my place in heaven don’t get the answer they expect. My place in heaven was secured by Jesus on the cross and my faith. My works do not matter.

The picture this week is. Title: The Adoration of the Shepherds Artist: Gerard van Honthorst Date: circa 1622 Copyright: Public Domain Source: Wikimedia Commons

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In Biblical measurements How large is the New Jerusalem in Revelations?

It is 12000 furlongs that is about 1400 miles. It is most likely a cube but a pyramid would also work with this description.

Source: Revelations 21:6

Jesus talked about having a firm foundation for our faith by describing two homes built on different types of soil. What types of soil did Jesus name for the foundations?

The two type of soils Jesus used in this parable were solid rock and sand. The house build on the sand could not withstand the storms of life.

Source: Mathew 7:24-27