Justification by faith plus works

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In brief: The doctrine of justification by faith plus works is the teaching that a person is saved by both his good works and also faith in Jesus Christ's atoning death. This is taught in the Roman Catholic, and Eastern Orthodox Churches. This issue was one of the main issues causing the Reformation. Protestant churches today teach that a person is saved by faith in Christ alone.

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Definitions / explanations

• What does justification by faith plus works mean
• Which denominations teach justification by faith plus works

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• Grace - Justification by faith alone (By G.G.)
• Catholicism teaches justification by faith plus works (justforcatholics.org)

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See also

• Justification by faith
• Roman Catholicism contents page

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