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Jun 12, 2008 · I jotted down this short list as a way to focus my own thinking. Faith is the . . . 1) Condition of justification (Romans 5:1). 2) Way we receive everlasting life (John 6:47). 3) Means of access to God (Ephesians 3:12). 4) Only way to please God (Hebrews 11:6). 5) Victory that overcomes the world (1 John 5:4).
Oct 10, 1999 · First, faith is the way that God chose for Abraham and us to be justified because it glorifies God: " [Abraham] grew strong in faith, giving glory to God" (v. 20) "Therefore," it was credited to him as righteousness. Second, God chose faith as the way to justification because faith accords with grace and grace is the free and sovereign work of ...
Classic sermons from John Piper. ... Education for Exultation: Through the Spirit by Faith. Feb 27, 2000. Scripture: Galatians 5:13–18, Galatians 5:1–6. John Piper
And it is a lesson on the power of faith. And I believe it could change your life and mine if we learn it well. Now, the whole scene takes place as the disciples Peter, James, and John, with the Lord Jesus, are coming down from the Mount of Transfiguration. They have just seen the glory of God revealed in Jesus Christ.
Mar 19, 2022 · SUMMARY. The Christian life is a walk of faith. From the moment you become a believer, you enter the school of faith because, from that point on, the Father’s goal is to teach you to trust in Him. Therefore, in order to live effectively and grow in your relationship with Him, you must have confidence that God—the Sovereign Lord of the ...
Jan 1, 2014 · Sermon: The Significance of Our Faith - 1 Peter 1. Even today it is not easy being a Christian, but we must find a way to live our faith without compromise. January 1, 2014. Scriptures: 1 Peter 1:3-12. Sermon Focus: Listeners will be challenged to place their faith in Jesus. The insecurities of other types of faith will be contrasted by the ...
Nov 17, 2012 · This is where I get the idea of faith in future grace. That’s what Paul is talking about in 2 Thessalonians 1:11–12. We fulfill our good resolves by the power of grace arriving second by second as we trust God for it on the basis of Christ’s work. And so we live in those moments by faith in the constant arrival of future grace.
