Good Works Quotes
Good works, examined closely.
Several of these quotes come from serious theology — the reminder that good works alone aren't enough, and the distinction between works aimed at God versus works aimed at one's neighbor.
I'm happy that good works by young artists with limited chances will see the light of day by my purchasing them.
Passive righteousness tells us that God does not need our good works. Active righteousness tells us that our neighbor does. The aim and direction of good works are horizontal, not vertical.
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In the Old Testament, we are continually told that our good works are not enough, that God has made a provision. This provision is pointed to at every place in the Old Testament.
While the soul is in mortal sin, nothing can profit it; none of its good works merit an eternal reward, since they do not proceed from God as their first principle, and by Him alone is our virtue real virtue.
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Nobody should be allowed to tinker with democracy. We will not discontinue the good works of the past government.
It was admitted by the early rabbis that the sectarians could be as full of good works as eggs were full of meat.
In dreams the truth is learned that all good works are done in the absence of a caress.
The good works of the unsaved may indeed benefit their fellow-creatures; but until life in Christ has been received, they cannot please God.
Alone Quotes
Be happy in what you do. Be respectful of yourself. Do good works for others, and the goodness will come back to you and make you a better person. I think that's what happiness is all about.
Salvation cannot be bought with the currency of obedience; it is purchased by the blood of the Son of God. Thinking that we can trade our good works for salvation is like buying a plane ticket and then supposing we...
All good works of art must ask this question: 'You want to breathe free, yes, but do you know how to kiss?'
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Others are plainer: a collector glad to support young artists, a leader promising not to abandon a predecessor's programs. Together they cover good works from the sacred alone down to the practical.
