New City Catechism Question Thirty-Four

Summary

In this episode, Bryan discusses the role of good works and obedience in the lives of Christians. He emphasizes that while works cannot save us, they are a reflection of our genuine faith. Bryan explores the concepts of justification and sanctification and explains how God works out our sanctification through our cooperation with the Holy Spirit and our obedience to Scripture. He highlights the importance of living a life of good works and obedience as a witness to unbelievers. The episode concludes with a reminder of the question, answer, and Scripture verse.

Takeaways

Good works and obedience are a reflection of our genuine faith in Christ.
God works out our sanctification through our cooperation with the Holy Spirit and our obedience to Scripture.
Living a life of good works and obedience is crucial for Christians to reflect Christ and be a witness to unbelievers.
While works cannot save us, they are an overflow of the goodness of God that we have experienced.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview
02:18 The Role of Good Works and Obedience
05:30 Cooperating with the Holy Spirit and Obedience to Scripture
06:58 Living a Life of Good Works and Obedience as a Witness
08:25 The Overflow of God's Goodness: Works as an Expression of Faith
08:52 Conclusion