Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, so now, not only as in my presence but much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for his good pleasure (Philippians 2:12-13). It appears Paul is admonishing … Continue reading Work Out Your Own Salvation
Category: Good Works
Our Ways Are Not God’s Ways.
Last week, Christians worldwide celebrated Easter, the commemoration of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. If you are a believer, this season marked the day your salvation was secured. If you are not a believer, He died for sinners and until you come to Him in Faith, you have no reason to celebrate Easter. … Continue reading Our Ways Are Not God’s Ways.
The Gospel, Grace And Good Works.
I am astonished that you are so quickly deserting him who called you in the grace of Christ and are turning to a different gospel (Galatians 1:6). In every generation, the gospel -- the death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ for the salvation of sinners by grace alone through faith alone for justification … Continue reading The Gospel, Grace And Good Works.
O! The Grace Of God
It is commonplace to hear “by the grace of God…” as a part of our response to daily inquiries of how one is faring. Indeed, it has almost become an unwritten requirement to proper behavior and good social etiquette. So much so that even non-Christians unwittingly use this expression on daily basis. Alas, grace to … Continue reading O! The Grace Of God
Salvation By Grace Alone Through Faith Alone
For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing;it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast (Eph.2:8-9 ESV). This text captures a fundamental truth of Christianity. We are saved by grace through faith. Good works doesn't save. Morality doesn't save. … Continue reading Salvation By Grace Alone Through Faith Alone
Grace and Truth 