The Bible teaches that Christ is our Savior and Redeemer, with the book of Hebrews providing an in-depth explanation of this concept. The gospel, which includes Christ’s accomplishments of redemption, reconciliation, and peace with God, is essential for salvation and holiness. Grace is found in Jesus Christ and can be experienced even while grappling with […]
Hebrews – Msg #24 “The Training of the High Priest” Read More »
Discover the importance of the burnt offering in Leviticus and its significance to Christianity. Learn how it represents the ultimate devotion of Jesus Christ to God and how it is the basis for our approach to God.
Is Jesus Really “Up There” Begging God to Forgive You? Read More »
Guarding your crown means protecting and preserving the message of the Gospel that you have received. It involves standing firm in the faith, rooted and grounded in the hope of salvation that comes from believing in Jesus Christ. It also means being watchful and discerning of false teachings and distractions that would seek to rob you of your assurance and confidence in Christ. By holding fast to the truth of the Gospel, we are preserving the treasure that has been committed to us and remaining steadfast in our faith until the return of our Lord Jesus Christ. Becoming complacent or led astray by false teachings and distractions can have serious consequences for our faith, so it is important to be aware of the voices of thieves and robbers who seek to steal our crown. Guarding our own is essential to protecting the message of the Gospel and staying faithful to the teachings of Jesus Christ.
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Learn about the blessedness of salvation, which refers to the state of being forgiven and having righteousness imputed to a person without works. This means that believers can rest assured in the forgiveness and inheritance that comes from believing in Jesus. Forgiveness not only grants access to eternal life, but it also qualifies believers to become heirs of God. Sin cannot keep a justified person from the blessings of God. According to Romans 3:26, the blessing of forgiveness also qualifies God to make believers heirs, so that He may be “just and the justifier of Him who believes in Jesus.” If you are seeking assurance of salvation, look no further than the grace of God, who justifies and forgives those who believe in Jesus.
What does Paul mean when he talks about the “blessedness” of a person in Romans 4:6-8? Read More »
Learn about the blessedness of salvation and how it refers to the state of being forgiven and having righteousness imputed to a person without works. This blessedness leads to heirship, as believers are granted to be heirs of God and joint heirs with Jesus Christ. Sin cannot keep a justified person from the blessings of God, and the blessing of forgiveness qualifies believers to become heirs. According to Romans 3:26, the blessing of forgiveness also qualifies God to make believers heirs, so that He may be “just and the justifier of Him who believes in Jesus.” If you are seeking assurance of salvation, look no further than the grace of God, who justifies and forgives those who believe in Jesus. Keywords include assurance of salvation, grace, justification, righteousness, forgiveness, and inheritance.
What is Satan’s accusation toward God? Read More »
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.
What is the “new commandment” that John talks about in his epistles? Read More »
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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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.
What is the righteousness of the law? Read More »
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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Discover the deeper implications of Christ’s death and resurrection beyond surface understanding. In His death, Christ abolished handwriting and ordinances, did away with the Old Man, died once for all to the demands of sin and the Law, terminated Satan, crucified us to the World, and created the New Man. These and many other implications of Christ’s death and resurrection will be continually revealed to us throughout eternity. As we grow in our understanding of the Gospel, we can experience greater confidence and assurance in our relationship with Christ, empowering us to run to the Bema seat without fear or condemnation. Explore the deeper aspects of Christ’s death and the implications of His resurrection to strengthen your faith.
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