From this point on, the articles get a little bit longer. Here’s the link to Article XX: https://bookofconcord.org/augsburg-confession/of-good-works/
Because the reformers affirmed the Biblical teaching that we are justified by faith alone, they were accused of forbidding good works. This article demonstrates that this is not the case.
The medieval church had taught that it was necessary to engage in a variety of deeds such as pilgrimages, praying the rosary, fasting on special days, etc, which are not commanded in scripture. At the same time, they were neglecting to teach basic Biblical truths like the ten commandments.
After the reformation, the Roman church engaged in a counter-reformation. They corrected a number of abuses that had grown up and began to teach about the importance of faith. However, they continued to maintain that justification is by faith plus works.
This article defends the position that righteousness before God can only be obtained by faith. However, those who have been justified by faith will desire to do good works such as keeping the ten commandments, loving our neighbors, caring for the sick and the hungry, etc. We are also empowered by the Holy Spirit to do so. Our motivation will not be to earn favour with God. Instead, it will be a joyful response of gratitude.
Hence, justification by faith alone does not hinder good works — it actually makes them possible.
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