John 15:5-6 (ESV)
5 I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing. 6 If anyone does not abide in me he is thrown away like a branch and withers; and the branches are gathered, thrown into the fire, and burned.
A branch that is grafted in the true vine of life, which are the Gentiles who believe Christ, must bear the fruit of the Holy Spirit to remain. The Lord works in us, but we must bear part of the load by seeking Him and obeying His word, following His leading in the way.
This is not salvation by works, but the works of salvation. Do not be confused or deceived.
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