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Why do most Christians have the impression that in some measure they can keep the law?

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Learn about the purpose of the law and the reality of sin in the flesh to experience true freedom in Christ. Using the law as a “guide for Christian living” waters down its requirements. The Law was given as a diagnosis of man’s condition, not a recommendation for its cure. Legalistic teaching does not put the law in its proper context. We are saved by grace through faith in Christ alone, and it is through Him that we are made righteous, holy, and blameless in the sight of God. To stand before God with a clear conscience and experience the blessings available to justified and regenerated sons and heirs, we must maintain our faith in Christ.

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Why was the timing of Abraham’s circumcision so important?

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Learn about the importance of justification by faith alone in the Old Testament, specifically through the timing of Abraham’s circumcision. While circumcision was seen as a sign of righteousness and faith, it was not the cause of Abraham’s justification. Rather, it was a seal of the righteousness he already had through faith. This emphasizes the importance of justification by faith alone, as opposed to works or law-keeping. Christ is our righteousness, sanctification, and redemption, and Old Testament saints were also justified by faith apart from works. Our faith in Christ is what justifies us, and our works are simply a reflection of that faith.

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If we are not going to the Bible looking for rules to obey, what are we looking for?

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This informative SEO excerpt discusses the importance of focusing on the Gospel of grace, not rules, for salvation. It emphasizes the significance of Christ as our righteousness, sanctification, and reward, and the importance of justification by faith. The excerpt also highlights the concept of understanding the Gospel as inheritance and living by faith, believing in Jesus and nothing else. The keywords include grace, gospel, righteousness, sanctification, assurance, and inheritance.

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If we can’t keep the law, and we should not pursue law, how do we expect to have righteousness and holiness in our life?

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Learn how to obtain righteousness and holiness through faith in Christ, not through your own works of law-keeping. By realizing your inability to keep the law and your need for a savior, you can enjoy the blessing of righteousness and holiness that Christ offers. Christ’s righteousness is imputed to you when you place your faith in Him, and His Spirit becomes your life, sanctification, wisdom, and satisfaction. Focus on Christ as your righteousness, sanctification, and reward, and rely on the power of the Gospel to empower you to live a holy and righteous life through faith in Christ.

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Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures.. What does “according to the scriptures” mean?

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Discover the profound truth of the Gospel in this interpretation of 1 Corinthians 15:1-4. The Gospel is more than a simple message, as detailed knowledge of it leads to deliverance and empowerment. Christ’s death accomplished much more than just forgiveness of sins, terminating the old Adamic human race, abolishing ordinances against us, and terminating Satan. Gain a greater appreciation for Christ as our righteousness, sanctification, and reward. “According to the Scriptures” means the Gospel unlocks freedom and empowerment. Explore the deeper reservoir of truth about the sufferings of Christ and the glories to follow in the Old and New Testaments. Keywords: gospel, Christ, salvation, freedom, righteousness, sanctification.

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How can we have assurance that we have Eternal life?

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Learn how to have assurance of eternal life through understanding and believing in the Gospel of grace. Key aspects include justification by faith, Christ as our sanctification, and Christ as our reward. The Gospel is the power of God unto salvation, and the righteousness of God is revealed from faith to faith. Guard your crown and do not be moved away from the Gospel, which does the work of discipleship for us. Trust in God’s love and view of us as heirs and children, and find assurance in Christ’s righteousness, which not only secures our salvation but also gives us confidence and assurance in our relationship with Him.

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How does the law of sin work to deceive and defeat us?

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Learn how the Law of Sin works to deceive and defeat us in Christianity. While the Law of God demands that we do what is right, the Law of Sin in our members takes us captive to do its will. Sin deceives us by hiding in our flesh and causing us to reject God’s clear judgment while persisting in self-righteousness and self-justification. This causes us to believe that the law is intended to be followed as a “guide” to righteousness, leading to self-deception and a hardened heart. The solution is to place our faith in the righteousness of Christ, who fulfilled the Law on our behalf and paid the penalty for our sins on the cross. This new way of living is through faith in Christ’s righteousness and not by our own efforts under the Law.

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Theological Perogative

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I’ve been needing to put a “statement of faith” together that summarizes our theological perspective for some time. A number of my writings recently have been a “warmup” for this. This will be posted as a menu item on my site for anyone who has questions about our perpsective. I believe that “statements of faith”

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Sin, feelings of guilt and numbness

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Someone asked on my youtube video today about the fact hat he feels guilty for not wanting to stop drinking. I’m posting my answer because i believe many face similar issues with besetting sin or addictions. If you feel guilty about not wanting to stop drinking, it means that your struggle is complex. You may

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The Pauline defintion of Dispensationalism

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Paul’s language, which describes his ministry, gives us the origin of the phrase “dispensation”: The word “dispensation” is one possible translation of a Greek word, “oikonomia” which means “household law.” In the English KJV, that word is translated “administration” (Eph 1:10), dispensation (Col 1:25-27; Eph 3:1-5), stewardship (lk 16:2) and godly edification (1 Tim 1:4).

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