faith and works
Creed plus deeds
Faith and works is a theological phrase addressing how belief and action relate to salvation.
In Christian thought, faith refers to trust in God, while works means moral conduct and good deeds.
The relationship between them has been debated for centuries: salvation by faith alone versus faith without works is dead.
Protestant traditions typically emphasize faith as sufficient; Catholic and Orthodox traditions hold that genuine faith necessarily produces works.
- praxisCustomary action or application
- walk the talkAct on stated values
- justificationReason proving rightness
- virtueMoral goodness or merit
- charityVoluntary aid for others
sanctification · grace · born again · altruism · stewardship · repentance · accountability · obedience · righteousness · merit · redemption · integrity · justice · atonement · eternal life · humility · covenant · predestination
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