We divide this Word into two principal parts or kinds: the one is called the ‘Law,’ the other the ‘Gospel.’ For all the rest can be gathered under the one or other of these two headings…Ignorance of this distinction between Law and Gospel is one of the principal sources of the abuses which corrupted and still corrupt Christianity
—Theodore Beza, The Christian Faith, 1558.
For those whom he foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, in order that he might be the firstborn among many brothers. And those whom he predestined he also called, and those whom he called he also justified, and those whom he justified he also glorified. (Romans 8:29-30 ESV)
Tuesday, July 23, 2013
Monday, July 22, 2013
Quote of the Day
"The basic principle in application is to know whether the passage is a statement of the law or of the gospel. For when the Word is preached, the law and the gospel operate differently. The law exposes the disease of sin, and as a side-effect, stimulates and stirs it up. But it provides no remedy for it. However the gospel not only teaches us what is to be done, it also has the power of the Holy Spirit joined to it…. A statement of the law indicates the need for a perfect inherent righteousness, of eternal life given through the works of the law, of the sins which are contrary to the law and of the curse that is due them…. By contrast, a statement of the gospel speaks of Christ and his benefits, and of faith being fruitful in good works."
—William Perkins, The Art of Prophesying (1592; repr. Banner of Truth Trust, 1996), 54–55.
—William Perkins, The Art of Prophesying (1592; repr. Banner of Truth Trust, 1996), 54–55.
Friday, July 12, 2013
Quote Of The Day
"A man is very far gone in guilt when he reads grace the wrong way upwards, and infers, from the long suffering of the Lord, that he may continue in sin."
Tuesday, July 9, 2013
Al Mohler Round Table On NT Wright & Justification
Monday, July 8, 2013
Christology: The Person & Work of Christ
I haven't had the chance to listen to this but very interested in what these guys have to say. Feel free to comment. I will watch later.
Christology: The Person & Work of Christ from Ligonier Ministries on Vimeo.
Christology: The Person & Work of Christ from Ligonier Ministries on Vimeo.
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