Welcome to Apologetics with Carl Kerby!
Today, we’re talking about Buddhism’s view of GOOD WORKS.
In Buddhism, eliminating desire and meditating on Buddhist teachings is essential to achieving “Nirvana” – or self-extinction – which is traditional Buddhism’s goal.
But good works also play a role in achieving Nirvana.
You see, Buddhism emphasizes “Perfections” – good works such as generosity, diligence, and wisdom. These good works supposedly help Buddhists achieve a “higher level” of reincarnation after death and further them toward Nirvana. But considering man’s fallen nature and how merciless “Karma” is for wrongdoing, how could any Buddhist believe his good works would outweigh his bad ones?
For the Christian, good works are not a means to attaining a “higher spiritual state” but are the fruit produced from God’s transforming work in hearts surrendered to Christ.
Ephesians 2:10 tells us, “For we are HIS workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works.”
And where does HINDUISM stand on Christian beliefs? We’ll discuss that another time.
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Carl Kerby is the founder of Reasons for Hope and co-creator of the DeBunked apologetic video series. His radio feature, Fast Facts, is heard weekly on VCY America, Saturdays at 9:25 AM Central.
