Sometimes we we easily fall into the false idea that security in our faith is determined by our works of obedience. While it is true that obedience is a direct product of our salvation, we need to be careful in our thinking to make it crystal clear that we don’t add or contribute anything to our redemption.
Observations & Conclusions:
Characteristics of the Gospel:
- The good news is transactional
- The good news is liberation
- The good news is justice
- The good news is substitutionary
- The good news is blessing
- The good news is exclusive
Application:
- Faith is the conduit of the gospel