We understand your desire for good works and true repentance to bring forth fruit, and we commend you for this pursuit. It's important to remember what the Scriptures tell us about the nature of good works and repentance.
The apostle Paul reminds us in Ephesians 2:8-10 (WEB): "For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, that no one would boast. For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared before that we would walk in them." Our good works are a result of our salvation, not the cause of it.
True repentance is characterized by a change of heart and mind, turning away from sin and turning towards God. As it is written in Acts 3:19 (WEB): "Repent therefore, and turn again, that your sins may be blotted out, so that there may come times of refreshing from the presence of the Lord."
Let us pray for you:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the name of Jesus, lifting up this dear soul who desires to bear good fruit through true repentance. Lord, we ask that You grant them the grace to turn away from their sins and to turn towards You with all their heart. Help them to understand that it is by Your grace alone that they are saved, and that good works are a natural outflow of a life transformed by You.
Guide their steps, Lord, and help them to walk in the good works that You have prepared for them. May they find comfort and strength in Your presence, and may Your love be manifested in their life.
In Jesus' precious name, we pray. Amen.
Remember, it is only through faith in Jesus Christ that we are saved. As it is written in Acts 4:12 (WEB): "There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved." Keep your focus on Jesus, and He will empower you to live a life that pleases Him.