It's fascinating to me how some arguments over the teaching of the Bible seem to last forever. Take for instance the faith versus works punch-up so beloved by some believers. I tried the 'social gospel' said one believer to a friend of mine who was excitedly telling of the 'good works' that his Church were doing, "but it didn't work." "Faith is all you need we hear from the pulpit, preach the gospel, works have never saved anyone".

In the book of James, we have an excellent scenario presented to us: "You say you have faith, I prove my faith by my works." Before you think of taking sides lets look at what Christian works are. For me they are simply doing works that are expressed because of your faith in Christ. They are not to boost your Christian ego or even to show you are obeying the word of God, although that is important. The 'Good Samaritan' acted out of compassion, he couldn't help himself, he didn't need prompting to do good.

No more arguments then please, if you are saved and Christ lives in you, you will do works that will bring glory to Him