It is clear from Paul's doctrine that God's spoken word (Rom. 3:1-2) and promises (Rom. 9:4) remain with the circumcised of Israel so that God may "justify the circumcised by faith" (Rom. 3:30).
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Love that Reconciles
This is the fulfillment of the second great commandment that we live as those reconciled one to another.
Scholasticism and Justification
So my question in the midst of talk about Reformed Scholasticism is thus: are we justified by precision alone?
Striving in Sin
Does man strive for God and righteousness? Both Paul and Jesus seem to say yes.
Commands Vs. Relationships
We must focus on God's revelation as the center of sin. With this underneath us, we can look at sin as relational not merely ontological.
Romans 11
Note then the kindness and the severity of God: severity toward those who have fallen, but God's kindness to you, provided you continue in his kindness. Otherwise you too will be cut off. (Romans 11:22)
Christian Resurrection
The true beauty of Easter Sunday is that on Monday we through Christ remain resurrected unto newness of life.
Addressing the Amillennial Alternative: Chapters 10-12
Well I just keep cranking all along. As of my writing tonight this delightful book is now finished. That said, I have a couple more detailed posts coming before I put forth the effort for a concise and rather limited review.
Jesus on Circumcision
Circumcision is equated with the healing of a man's body. This is a blessing and a gift. It is deliverance as is fitting for the Sabbath. It i the fulfillment of the year of Jubilee (Luke 4:18).