Unveiling the mysteries of Christ Jesus!

“For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them.” Ephesians 2:10

This is one of the most misunderstood statements in the Bible and religion has attempted to turn this into a works doctrine to justify you before God.

It is true that a believer is a new creature in Christ Jesus and undergoes a deep and precise sculpting by the hand of God. This is the process of dying to self and living for Christ. You become transformed into the life of Jesus so you can be a light touching those living in darkness.

The remarkable thing about the preparation of God is this started before you were born and culminated in the life, death, and resurrection of Christ Jesus.

The first misconception about this verse in Ephesians is failing to understand the works of God were finished on the cross with the death of Jesus. And, you do not have the capability to do anything for God. It is the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus dwelling within you that will change lives.

Secondly, the works have to be born of the Holy Spirit and not be an effort of the flesh or religion to justify yourself before God.

It is also important to understand the Holy Spirit will direct you concerning the works of Christ. You don’t have to go looking for works to please Jesus. Just wake up in the morning and the works will be waiting for you.

The most effective ministry in your life will be the efficacy of the Living Water pouring out of you and touching others. This is the life of Jesus and is untainted by ego or religion. People see the Living Christ through your words, actions, and demeanor.

Think about unbelievers for a moment! They are everywhere. Jesus said they cannot receive because they neither see or know God. They are blinded to the things of God.

It is usually an exercise in futility to quote bible verses or talk religion to an unbeliever. So the question is how can they be reached?

Unbelievers will be reached when they have a personal encounter with the Living Christ. Faith comes by hearing and hearing by the Word of God. You enter the highway of holiness when you hear and accept the gospel in your heart.

Finally, you must operate in your ministry with the powerful gifts of the Holy Spirit which are dispensed to you by God. The gifts are designed to draw people to God. If you are unsure about your gifts, review the description of the gifts in 1 Corinthians 12 and then ask the Holy Spirit for wisdom.

Prayer is most effective in becoming a witness for Christ. Ask God to anoint you with His Spirit each day and guide you into doing His work. He will show you how to pray for those people around you and your responsibility as a believer.

Your ministry will be a reflection of your faith in God. Living by faith in the promises of God will authenticate your works before Christ Jesus and all those around you!

People will see the Living Christ in you and want the precious gift of eternal life!