To properly understand Paul’s term, justification by faith, it’s helpful to consider the historical religious context in which Paul wrote. A principle of personal works under the Law of Moses had operated in Jewish history for about a millennia […]
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Paul was a tremendous Christian and missionary, probably the best ever in both categories. We are especially grateful for him because he brought this precious Gospel into Europe, which is how many of us in America were able to receive
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New Testament salvation implies remission of sins. When you think of New Testament salvation, you think of complete and thorough forgiveness/remission of sins. That theme was first announced in prophecy (e.g., Jeremiah 31:31-34; Micah 7:19; Ezekiel 36:25-29). It was
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The controversy over the formula for baptism is post-biblical. There is no such confusion in the Bible (1Corinthians 14:33). Today, there are some ministers who baptize in the name of Jesus and others who baptize in the titles of the
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It’s been a while since I posted. My wife and I have been in the process of selling our home and buying another one— out of state. We’re headed back to our home Church in Ohio and we’re excited about
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Acts 16:31 provides an example of Paul in evangelism. Does it show he taught that salvation is by faith alone? Some think so. And, in a way, at first glance, it seems to. But, before we jump to conclusions, let’s
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Did Peter and Paul agree on salvation terms? Could they possibly have taught differently on such an important matter? If they did, wouldn’t that prove there is discrepancy in Scripture? Could there be more than one way to be saved?
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A concerned or inquisitive person has to wonder why there are so many interpretations of Scripture. I can only see two possible causes. Either: 1/ The Scripture itself is ambiguous. Or, 2/ The fault lies with the interpreter. ✦
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All the many verses of the Bible combine to present one picture of salvation. In that way, the Bible is like a puzzle with its numerous pieces, which forms a picture that could not have been discernible apart from correct
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Sometimes, making a repair on a home requires going to some length, possibly even going down to the foundation. It may ultimately require some demolition, scaffolding, tools, and materials. And the labor involved can be significant. So it is
People often discount the role of water baptism in salvation by saying something like this: “Baptism is not necessary for salvation because baptism is a work. Romans says…”. They proceed with referencing something they don’t understand and sometimes misquote. They
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Acts 2:38 saved 3,000 on the Day of Pentecost. Three thousand people were saved on the Day of Pentecost, which was, of course, the beginning of the Christian era. They had been convicted by Peter’s message and asked what
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