Good Works as a Natural Expression of Faith
🥅 Goal: To understand that good works are a natural result of faith in Christ and serve to glorify God.

Opening & Icebreaker
🙏 Opening Prayer:
"Father, we thank You for the gift of faith and the opportunity to reflect Your love through good works. Open our hearts to understand how our actions can glorify You and draw others to Christ. Amen."

🤝 Icebreaker Question: 
Can you think of a time when you saw someone’s good works reflect their faith? How did it impact you?

Good Works Flow from Faith
📖 Ephesians 2:8-10
💬 Discussion: How does this passage clarify the relationship between faith and works?

📖 James 2:17
💬 Discussion: Why can’t true faith exist without good works?

Examples of Good Works in Action
📖 Matthew 25:35
💬 Discussion: How does helping those in need reflect Jesus' love?

📖 Mark 10:45
💬 Discussion: What does Jesus' example teach us about serving others?

📖 1 Thessalonians 5:11
💬 Discussion: How can encouragement strengthen someone's faith?

The Purpose of Good Works: To Glorify God
📖 Matthew 5:16
💬 Discussion: How can we ensure our good works point others to God, rather than ourselves?

📖 1 Peter 2:12
💬 Discussion: How can our good works be a testimony to unbelievers?

Application & Closing
🔑 Key Takeaway:
Good works are the natural fruit of faith in Christ and are meant to glorify God, not ourselves.

⚡ Challenge:
Look for one opportunity this week to serve someone in a way that reflects your faith. Be intentional about making it an act of worship, not recognition.

🙏 Closing Prayer:
"Lord, thank You for the faith You have given us. Help us to live out that faith in ways that bring You glory. Guide us to love, serve, and encourage others with humility. May our good works point people to You. Amen."