Catechesis

New City Catechism

Question 33

Should those who have faith in Christ seek their salvation through their own works, or anywhere else?

Children: No, everything necessary to salvation is found in Christ.

Adult: No, they should not, as everything necessary to salvation is found in Christ. To seek salvation through good works is a denial that Christ is the only Redeemer and Savior.

One and Only God, keep us from trusting in good works or living in such a way that we imply they are the grounds of our salvation. Let us glorify your grace by leaning our whole weight upon it, staking our lives on the promise that you are the beginning and the end of our salvation. Amen.

Question 33

Prayer