He who calls you is trustworthy, and he will in fact do this.

showing yourself to be an example of good works in every way. In your teaching show integrity, dignity,

And let us take thought of how to spur one another on to love and good works,

Here is another way that our people can learn to engage in good works to meet pressing needs and so not be unfruitful.

He gave himself for us to set us free from every kind of lawlessness and to purify for himself a people who are truly his, who are eager to do good.

This saying is trustworthy, and I want you to insist on such truths, so that those who have placed their faith in God may be intent on engaging in good works. These things are good and beneficial for all people.

and maintain good conduct among the non-Christians, so that though they now malign you as wrongdoers, they may see your good deeds and glorify God when he appears.