Teaching by Tag: Law & Grace
Freedom: The Heart of God, Part 1 – God’s Grand Purpose
When Christ purchased us from spiritual slavery, He did not do it to bring us into another form of bondage. He frees us from the penalty and the power of sin, and He will one day free us from the presence of sin.
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Rescued, Part 9: Grace Is Not Permission to Sin
Our response to God’s grace should not be to sin more freely, but to choose to be slaves to Christ, to commit to obedience in our daily living, and to get baptized.
Watch / ListenRescued, Part 4: The Good News
The Christian faith is the only one that keeps works in their proper relationship to salvation. The gospel shows that God pays the price for the offense against Him, with Christ’s righteousness imputed to undeserving people by faith.
Watch / ListenRescued, Part 3: God and the Jews
The law cannot save, it can only reveal sin. Relying on good works cancels the work of Christ. We are saved by grace alone, yet we are still called to obey Jesus and His commands.
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The Church in Acts, Part 13: The Jerusalem Council
Every time we perform a behavioral act and believe it puts us in right standing before God, we undermine the work of Christ on the cross. We are called to maintain the pure gospel message while preserving biblical unity.
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Paul’s Loving Charge to the Church, Part 1: Guarding Sound Doctrine
Guarding sound doctrine requires understanding the importance of godly leadership, the importance of biblical teaching, and the place of the law.
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To Live Is Christ, Part 4: Press On
Righteousness in Christ empowers us to press on to take hold of our ultimate salvation.
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Living Faith, Part 6: A Living Faith Validated by Works
Faith comes to its full fruition, validation, and completion when it finds its natural outgrowth in effective works that reflect the faith we say we have.
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All Things New: Living As a Child of God, Part 10 (Go)
There are only two options for how salvation can be obtained: Either it is “earned” or it is “given.” The Scripture makes it clear that “everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved,” and that God’s people are called to go and share that good news.
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Colossians, Part 9: Be Wise and Be Humble
Humility is far more powerful than pride and can break down the barriers that pride sets up. When we are wise unto salvation and humble about sharing the gospel with others, they will likely be more receptive to hearing the truth of what the gospel is and what it isn’t.
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