It Is God Who Works In You

Philippians 2:12-13 (ESV)

12 Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, so now, not only as in my presence but much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling, 13 for it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for his good pleasure.

Working out your own salvation does not mean your salvation depends on your works. Your salvation rests on the completed work of Christ. Your work is actually the work of God in you “to will and to work for his good pleasure.” This is the path of the life of good works He predestined for those being made in His image.