Question: What is the meaning of Ephesians 2:8-9? Does it suggest that good deeds are not important for Salvation?
It does, and they are not!
However, good works tend to follow AFTER, due to the Nature of Christ Jesus; who is then indwelling you!
Google: good works are not the cause of our Salvation; good works are evidence of our Salvation. Faith in Christ always results in good works. Obedience to God is the mark of true saving faith.
The concept of good works is intricately linked to the theological belief in Salvation through faith (sola fide) rather than a means of earning Salvation, as Christians seek to manifest their gratitude for God's Grace by actively participating in acts of service to others. God's Word says that we are saved by Grace through Faith in Christ Jesus and not by our own efforts or works (Ephesians 2:8-9).
Our hope is in Jesus and not ourselves. “For by grace are ye saved through faith: and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: not of works, lest any man should boast”: For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.
See:
Salvation by Trust (In Christ Jesus) (Study)
Salvation and Acts 28:25-28 (Study)
Salvation and Satan (Study)
Salvation and Teachings (Study)
Salvation; can it be lost? (Study)
Salvation for Sincere Remorse! (Study)
Salvation in Christ (Study)
Salvation (True) Security (Study)
If you have questions or comments, please click here.
Subjectindex or
www.revelationsmessage.co.uk or