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Tag Archives: legalism
The differences between legalism, antinomianism, neonomianism and the true gospel in four lines.
There are four ways which people confuse the law of God (nomos) and the gospel of God’s grace in Christ. Here’s a way I find helpful of knowing the truth, which sets us free. Legalism – the separation of the … Continue reading
Posted in Grace and Works
Tagged antinomianism, Grace and Works, legalism, neonomianism, true gospel
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Which way are you sailing?
For many people the Christian life begins by grasping the cross of Christ through repentance and faith. The cross is the starting point, like a harbour in a storm, and then the Christian sets sail. With the cross behind them, … Continue reading
Posted in Grace and Works
Tagged antinomianism, Christian ministry, legalism, ministry, sailing, sailing boat, spiritualism, The Cross, the gospel
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Another 8 biblical personality types
I recently posted the 3rd of Ebenezer Erskine’s points on how God in Christ is a God of love, where he shows that God sits on a throne of glory, justice and grace: 1. Throne of Glory – Matthew 25:31 … Continue reading
Posted in Transforming lives
Tagged antinomian, Biblical personalities, biblical personality types, Ebenezer Erskine, fool, Glory, Grace, justice, legalism, legalist, Neonomainism, Neonomian, worshipper
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Unravelling acceptance and godliness
At the heart of Christian faith and practice there are two mutually exclusive truths. The first is that God accepts (justifies) sinners through faith in his crucified Son, Jesus Christ. The second is that these children of God should want … Continue reading
The fruit of the Spirit as a form of legalism
In Matthew 7:16-20 Jesus teaches his disciples to watch out for false prophets, “you will recognise them by their fruits” says Jesus. Many Christians, including myself at one time, turn this verse back on themselves and they ask “what are … Continue reading
Posted in Grace and Works
Tagged Christ, condemnation, faith, fruit of the Spirit, good works, Grace, Guilt, legalism, shame
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How liberalism destroyed real love
I’ve recently found an understated, but real and present yearning for a greater freedom for Christian people to express their love for each other. Our growth group uncovered this week how liberalism has destroyed real love as we considered Romans … Continue reading
Posted in Grace and Works, Inner City Ministry
Tagged Apostle Paul, legalism, liberalism, love, nostalgia, open doors, real love, Romans, true love
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Transforming Grace 