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What does it mean that the righteousness of God is manifested apart from the law?

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Discover the gift of righteousness through faith in Christ. According to Romans 1:16-17, the Gospel is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, for in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith for faith. Romans 3:21-24 tells us that the righteousness of God has been manifested apart from the law and is received through faith in Jesus Christ for all who believe. We are justified by his grace as a gift, through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus. As Philippians 3:9 tells us, we are not to have a righteousness of our own that comes from the law, but rather the righteousness that comes through faith in Christ, the righteousness from God that depends on faith.

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What is the “new commandment” that John talks about in his epistles?

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Learn about Satan’s opposition to God’s plan for forgiveness and justification in the book of John’s epistles. Satan accuses us and cries out for judgment, but through Christ, we can find freedom in righteousness. Discover how Satan believes it is not just or righteous for God to forgive mankind and opposes God’s method of forgiving and justifying sinners. Trust in God’s plan and find true freedom in Christ. Keywords include assurance of salvation, bondage, Christ, condemnation, freedom in Christ, and righteousness.

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What is the Galatian error?

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Learn about the Galatian Error in Christianity, which refers to a mixture of law and grace that emphasizes obedience to the law rather than trusting in Christ’s righteousness and justification by faith. The book of Galatians serves as both a warning against legalism and a defense of justification by faith. Characteristics of “Galatianized” Christianity include an emphasis on following rules and a de-emphasis on trusting in Christ’s righteousness. Examples of “Galatianized” Christianity include tithing and being a disciple in the sense of the synoptic Gospels. It is important to understand the dangers of legalism and the sufficiency of Christ’s sacrifice for true freedom in Christ.

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What is the righteousness of the law?

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Learn about the righteousness of the law and its purpose in exposing sin and leading humans to faith in Christ. While the law is holy and good, it cannot correct the problem of sin, only point us to the reality of righteousness found in Christ. The Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 5-7 is actually the law of Moses, focused on the 9th commandment, “thou shalt not covet.” Christ is the righteousness that exceeds that of the Pharisees and Saducees, and through His redemptive work, we are justified and made heirs of the kingdom. The Law serves as a magnifying glass for sin, but ultimately, God’s desire is for us to turn to faith in Christ.

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What is true discipleship?

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True discipleship involves abiding in the Gospel and allowing it to work in and through us. It is not about following a legalistic set of rules, but rather about understanding and trusting in Christ as our righteousness, sanctification, and reward. Loving one another and recognizing our fellow believers as sons and daughters of God is also a crucial aspect of true discipleship. The Gospel is the source and foundation of true discipleship, and through it, we bear fruit and become fully assured in our relationship with Christ. By abiding in Him, we allow Him to settle down and make His home in our hearts, and we become part of Him, “bone of His bone and flesh of His flesh.” (John 4:14, John 7:37-38, John 8:32, 1 Corinthians 12:27)

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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 is the gospel offensive to the legalist?

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The gospel is a message of freedom, assurance, and inheritance, but it can be offensive to legalists. Legalists see righteousness as a matter of law-keeping and are offended by the notion that Christ’s righteousness secures salvation and gives confidence in our relationship with Him. The gospel emphasizes inheritance as the positive focus, as we see in the Epistles. According to 1 Peter 1:3-4, we have been born again to a “living hope” and an “inheritance incorruptible” that is reserved for us. The gospel is Good News that God has made peace with man and has good will toward man, but legalists tend to focus on God’s wrath towards sin and find it difficult to accept that God has made peace with man. Our growth in the Christian life comes as we learn to stand fast in the liberty that we have in Christ, relying on the Spirit and enjoying the graciousness and goodness of God.

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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 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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