Just and Sinner Podcast Sanctification and Good Works
Apr 13, 2013
Explore the heated discussions around the doctrine of sanctification and its implications for faith. The host highlights the dual senses of sanctification, emphasizing growth in holiness as biblically supported. He critiques extreme views from various theological backgrounds and warns against neglecting the importance of good works. The conversation also covers Paul's teachings about living to please God and reminds pastors to encourage practical behaviors. Ultimately, it’s a call for a balanced understanding of faith, works, and the Christian journey.
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Two Senses Of Sanctification
- Sanctification has multiple biblical senses: a status in Christ and a progressive growth in holiness.
- Paul and the confessions use both senses, so both justification and progressive sanctification are true together.
Progressive Growth Is Biblical
- The New Testament clearly teaches progressive growth in the Christian life alongside forensic union.
- Paul uses sanctification to describe ongoing increase in holiness and moral change.
Admonish Christians To Walk In Holiness
- Preach and teach that Christians are to walk and please God because of their union with Christ.
- Encourage abstaining from sexual immorality and pursuing holiness as part of God’s will for believers.
