Sanctification is the period of our converted lives when God expects us to provide evidence of our conversion through works. These works, enabled by God, are the tangible proof of our transformation, demonstrating that we are indeed His children. The fruit produced by our efforts reveals the presence of His Spirit within us; where such fruit is absent, there is no spiritual life. As Jesus declares, by our fruits we will be known, for a good tree cannot bear bad fruit, nor can a bad tree bear good fruit. These works of sanctification are not merely for show but serve as a witness to our character as we pass before the judgment seat of Christ. They are essential to prepare us for living in God's Kingdom, a holy place where only the holy can dwell. Without the evidence of works, there is no verification of our readiness for that Kingdom, for a faith that does not work is dead. God, who is the God of the living, perfects our faith through these efforts, bringing it to completion. Moreover, our works during sanctification do not go unnoticed by our Father and our High Priest, Jesus Christ. Though they hold no power to justify us, they please Him when done with a sincere heart. Like parents who see the intent behind their children's imperfect efforts, God looks on the heart and is well pleased with our sacrifices of doing good and sharing. Our obedience and the things we do in keeping His commandments bring joy to His sight, working to produce the holiness without which no one will see the Lord.

Works are essential as they connect directly to the fulfillment of God's creative purposes and our spiritual well-being. They serve as evidence of our growth in holiness, reflecting both our mindset and conduct. A holy person strives to shun every known sin and keep every commandment, whether in physical action or spirit, demonstrating an enthusiastic desire to perform God's will and a greater fear of displeasing Him than the world. Such a person labors to have Christ's mind, to be conformed to His image, bearing with others, forgiving, and walking in love as Christ did. They endeavor to humble themselves, serve others, and separate from worldly influences while being instant in prayer. The holy person exercises self-control and self-denial, putting to death fleshly desires and pursuing love and brotherly kindness. They observe the Golden Rule, speaking of others as they wish to be spoken of, abhorring lying, slandering, and dishonesty, and being open in their dealings. They strive to do good, lessen others' burdens, and relieve misery, never content with merely doing no harm. A holy person pursues purity, dreading spiritual filthiness, and abides in a deep respect for God, wishing to live as if always before a beloved Father they desire to please. They aim to do everything well, whether in private or public roles, seeking spiritual-mindedness with affections set on things above, measuring all by whether it draws them closer to God and the image of Christ. Despite the persistent presence of sin, the holy person fights against it, never giving up, driven by the hope of the gospel to cooperate with God in being made fit for His Kingdom.