Are Good Works Necessary for Salvation?

“I never knew you; depart from me” (Matthew 7:21–23) is a warning from Jesus that saying “Lord, Lord” is not enough. Salvation is not just words or outward works—it requires a living, persevering relationship with Christ. Catholic teaching emphasizes: • Faith must be lived: “Faith without works is dead” (James 2:17) • Obedience to God’s will: “If you love me, keep my commandments” (John 14:15) • Perseverance in grace is necessary, not presumption of salvation. Jesus condemns hypocrisy, not devot

🎉 Join us in celebrating The Salvation Army's 160th anniversary! 🎉 For 160 years, we have continued to embrace the world with the love of Jesus, sharing the life-giving Spirit of God in communities around the world – now in 134 countries. We have more than 14,000 churches and worshipping communities, with 1.8 million church members, known as Salvationists, and 100,000 employees. The confidence we have in a loving and caring God finds outward expression in our love for humanity and our practica

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🎉 The Salvation Army prepares to celebrate 160th anniversary! For 160 years, we have continued to embrace the world with the love of Jesus, sharing the life-giving Spirit of God in communities around the world – now in 134 countries. 🙌 We have more than 14,000 churches and worshipping communities, with 1.8 million church members, known as Salvationists, and 100,000 employees.🙌 🎥 Watch our latest film to learn more about The Salvation Army as a global church and charity at https://www.salvati