Martin Luther argued "justification is the article upon which the church stands or falls." Indeed, the subject of justification was the very battle ground of the Reformation for nearly two centuries. Both Catholics and Protestants believe in justification, but how does the Bible define this doctrine? In this sermon, I survey a series of key texts on justification using Paul's Golden Chain in Romans 8:28-30 as my framework.
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One of the great achievements of the Reformation was to reintroduce the biblical understanding of the work of the Holy Ghost. Sadly, a biblical pneumatology has fallen to the wayside in churches across the spectrum. To combat this, it’s appropriate to consider the context of the fruit of the Spirit. The natural state of fallen man is a disposition toward self-righteousness and this has been solidified into the American experience through the inalienable right of the “pursuit of happiness.” Indeed, we learn from the fruit of the Spirit and others the divine definition of happiness: doing what is pleasing to God. This is why Paul calls these “fruit” and not “deeds.” The regenerated person, then, sees individual happiness not as an inalienable right, but rather the pursuit of what is pleasing to God is the right afforded to the believer. Galatians 5:16-26
One of the greatest points of contention during the Reformation was the administration of the mass. Of particular concern was the presence of Christ in the mass. In this message, I survey the historical landscape around the divisive doctrines of the Lord's Table. I Corinthians 11:23-34
American Presbyterianism stands on the shoulders of great men like Jonathan Edwards, John Knox, and John Calvin. The theology these men studied and lived was challenged in 1618 at the Synod of Dort. The results of that Synod were five counterpoints to the opposition's five stances. These counterpoints became known as the Five Points of Calvinism. In this message I survey each point of doctrine. John 6:63-65
Fifth in a five-part series for the 500th anniversary of the start of the Protestant Reformation. In this series I take a look at the Five Solas of the Reformation. These were five axioms that sparked and excited the reformers. In this lesson I discuss soli deo gloria—Glory to God Alone. Romans 9:14-21
Fourth in a five-part series for the 500th anniversary of the start of the Protestant Reformation. In this series I take a look at the Five Solas of the Reformation. These were five axioms that sparked and excited the reformers. In this lesson I discuss solus christus—Christ Alone. Hebrews 9:23-28
Third in a five-part series for the 500th anniversary of the start of the Protestant Reformation. In this series I take a look at the Five Solas of the Reformation. These were five axioms that sparked and excited the reformers. In this lesson I discuss sola fide—Faith Alone. Galatians 3:15-21
Second in a five-part series for the 500th anniversary of the start of the Protestant Reformation. In this series I take a look at the Five Solas of the Reformation. These were five axioms that sparked and excited the reformers. In this lesson I discuss sola gratia—Grace Alone. Titus 3:3-8
The first in a five-part series for the 500th anniversary of the start of the Protestant Reformation. In this series I take a look at the Five Solas of the Reformation. These were five axioms that sparked and excited the reformers. In this lesson I discuss sola scriptura—Scripture Alone. II Timothy 3:14-17
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About the SeriesNearly every year, on the anniversary of the Reformation, Protestants around the world celebrate Reformation Sunday. These are collected sermons for those special sundays. Archives
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