Christian Community and Good Works: Living Out the Faith

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"Christian Community and Good Works: Living Out the Faith"

Beloved in Christ,

The Apostle Paul's letter to Titus is filled with practical advice for living out the Christian faith in community. In the closing verses, Paul emphasizes the importance of good works, not as a means of earning salvation, but as a natural outflow of a life transformed by the grace of God.

Scripture Reading: Titus 3:12-16 (KJV)

"When I shall send Artemas unto thee, or Tychicus, be diligent to come unto me to Nicopolis: for I have determined there to winter. Bring Zenas the lawyer and Apollos on their journey diligently, that nothing be wanting unto them. And let ours also learn to maintain good works for necessary uses, that they be not unfruitful. All that are with me salute thee. Greet them that love us in the faith. Grace be with you all. Amen."

Paul's instructions to Titus and the community he serves are twofold: to support fellow believers in their journeys and to "maintain good works for necessary uses." The Christian life is not meant to be lived in isolation but in community, where we can encourage, support, and spur one another toward love and good deeds (Hebrews 10:24).

The call to "maintain good works" serves as a reminder that our faith should be active, producing fruit that benefits not just ourselves but also those around us. As James 2:17 tells us, "Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone."

As you go about your day, consider how you can live out your faith in practical ways. Whether it's offering a helping hand, sharing a word of encouragement, or meeting a tangible need, let your actions reflect the transformative power of God's grace in your life.

In the grace of our Lord,

The Grow with Him Team

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