Hebrews 5:9 states: “And being made perfect, he became the author of eternal salvation unto all them that obey him.” At first glance, this passage raises an important question: in what sense must one “obey” Christ to receive eternal salvation? With respect to eternal...
Christian Living
Living in light of our position in Christ, with practical instruction for spiritual growth and a steady, faithful walk shaped by the truth of God’s Word and our identity in Him.
Do I Turn God’s Grace Into Lasciviousness?
The Word of God warns us plainly in Jude verse 4: “For there are certain men crept in unawares, who were before of old ordained to this condemnation, ungodly men, turning the grace of our God into lasciviousness, and denying the only Lord God, and our Lord Jesus...
Respecting the Divine Order: Salvation and Good Works
The Word of God declares in Ephesians 2: “For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast. For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before...
If Salvation Isn’t by Works, Why Serve God?
If salvation from the penalty of sin is conditioned upon a non-meritorious moment of faith, if justification before God is “not by works of righteousness which we have done,” and if the individual who places their faith in Christ is eternally secure, then why serve...