On the Journey A Damning System of Works Righteousness, Part VII – On the Journey, Ep. 23
Sep 30, 2020
The guests share their captivating journeys from Protestantism to Catholicism, diving deep into the complexities of justification and the intricate dance between faith and works. They tackle the theological implications of New Testament scriptures, particularly from the book of James. A humorous exploration of forgiveness reveals cultural stories, while historical insights trace the evolution of justification from early church figures to the Reformation. Listeners are encouraged to reassess their interpretative frameworks, sparking community reflection on profound biblical truths.
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Justification Tension
- Ken Hensley realized his view of justification didn't align with certain biblical passages.
- This prompted him to question his framework rather than reinterpret scripture.
Preemptive Forgiveness
- Matt Swaim jokingly asks Ken Hensley to preemptively forgive him for future actions, highlighting the Reformed view on forgiveness.
- This view suggests all sins, past, present, and future, are forgiven at the moment of faith.
Procrustean Justification
- Ken Hensley compares Reformed justification to Procrustes's bed, forcing everything to fit its structure.
- He later realized the framework, not the scriptures, might be the issue.