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LIVING THE CHRISTIAN LIFEYour new faith must show in your life.
Good works do not save (Ephesians 2:8,9), but they are important.
They are the fruit of salvation (James 2:17; Ephesians 2:10). You will not be sinless and perfect this side of heaven, but you are already indwelt by the Lord Jesus Christ (Colossians 1:27; Romans 8:10; John 15:4).
Christ must be seen in you. How is this possible? Read Romans 12:1,2.Your main desire now will be to please God (1 Corinthians 10:31).
Your standard of behaviour is now the Bible (Psalm 119:9,105).
The world's standards are so different from God's standards that many people will not understand your new life (1 Peter 4:3,4).
For example, see what the Christian's attitude is towards
—work and employers (Ephesians 6:5-7)
—authority (Romans 13:1-7)
—sex (Matthew 5:27, 28).
God is pleased and glorified when Christians
—think of others less fortunate than themselves (James 1:27)
—use their talents to help others (Acts 9:36,39). Read also Matthew 5-8 and Ephesians 4-6.Such a life needs two things
—the enabling power of the Holy Spirit (Romans 8:9-14)
—faithfulness on your part (Matthew 25:21).
You are not faithful by being indifferent, or casual, or halfhearted. You must be determined. You must purpose in your heart (Daniel 1:8).
Thus will God be glorified in your life (Matthew 5:16).