In this episode, Father Genard revisits Ephesians 2:89, delving into the profound truth that salvation is a gift of grace through faith, not earned by works. However, this oftenmisunderstood passage is only part of the story. Join us as we explore Ephesians 2:10, where we learn that we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to perform good works that God has preordained for us. Father Genard emphasizes that while our initial salvation is a divine gift, it requires our active participation through continuous good deeds.
Father Genard uses the powerful analogy of rescuing a drowning boy to illustrate that salvation isn't a onetime event. Just as the boy must continue to improve his swimming skills, we too must engage in good works to sustain our salvation. Drawing from the teachings of the blessed Theophilic, Father Genard explains that being created in Christ means transforming from doing evil to doing good. Our entire lives should be dedicated to good deeds, reflecting our faith in action.
This episode underscores the essential role of good deeds in confirming our faith. Citing Ecclesiastes 12:14 and 2 Corinthians 5:10, Father Genard reminds us that God will judge all works, both good and evil. He highlights Jesus' teachings in Matthew 16:27 and 7:23, which stress that rewards or denials will be based on our deeds. Join us for this compelling discussion on why faith must be accompanied by good works to achieve eternal salvation.