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Trembling at Sin, Marveling at Grace

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Jan 20, 2021
Delve into the profound implications of God's providence in personal salvation and divine grace. Experience the transformative joy of being chosen by God and understand the significance of Christ’s sacrifice. Explore the roles of justification and righteousness through faith, intertwined with personal reflections on loss and the Holy Spirit's strength. Celebrate God's providential power and the profound impact of faith, leading to a joyous marveling at His unending grace.
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INSIGHT

Providence's Impact

  • Knowing and loving God's providence humbles us with joyful trembling.
  • It makes us marvel at our salvation and recognize our sin.
INSIGHT

God's Orchestrated Salvation

  • God's providence orchestrates our salvation from eternity, choosing us despite our unworthiness.
  • He purchased us, called us, justified us, and will keep us through his son's sacrifice.
ANECDOTE

Kept by God's Power

  • After John Piper's mother died, his father chose "kept by the power of God" for her grave marker.
  • This reflects the belief in God's providential keeping in their lives and faith.
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