God owes me nothing, not even mercy. But faith in Christ fights the good fight of faith. The Christian resists the devil steadfastly by faith in Christ. The shield of faith can quench the fiery arrows of Satan. Genuine faith in Christ fights against giving offense.
Genuine faith is concerned about the brother's repentance and forgiveness.
Genuine faith thanks God for all gifts rather than expecting thanks from God. Producing good works is like telling a tree to be uprooted and to be planted in the sea. They are miracles, gifts of God. God prepares the good works for the believer so that he can produce them. Without faith in Christ it is impossible to please God.