Doctrine 7 & 8 Flashcards
Doctrine 7
We believe that repentance towards God, faith in our Lord Jesus Christ, and regeneration by the Holy Spirit are necessary to salvation.
Doctrine 8
We believe that we are justified by grace through faith in our Lord Jesus Christ and that he that believeth hath the witness in himself.
Doctrine 7
Trinitarian Presence
God’s grace makes it potential
Jesus’ death makes it probable
Holy Spirit makes it practical
Sinner claims the promise
Doctrine 7
Repentance towards God
Repent in the Old Testament - in relationship to God
Turn from Evil - negative
Turn towards Good - positive
change one’s mind or purpose
2 Corinthians 7:9-11
Doctrine 7
Moving from Sin
but this not of man. Man can state that he needs to change, but, in regards to our sinfulness, we cannot achieve this on our own. God has taken action, in advance, by speaking and acting for our salvation.
Doctrine 7
Moving towards Grace
with His help, we seek to leave behind our sins and sinful life (darkness) and moving towards Him (light) - Colossians 1:13
What does repentance include?
Conviction of Sin Confession of Sin Submission to God Sorrow of Sin Renounce Sin Desire of Forgiveness Hatred of Sin Making Restitution
What is godly sorrow?
Our sins have been against God (Psalm 51:4)
Saving Faith includes
Recognizing the failure of sin
Desiring God
Trusting God’s Power to Forgive
Intentional Commitment
Titus 3:4-7
regeneration and renewing by the Holy Spirit
Regeneration Evidence Passages
New Creation New Birth/Born Again Becoming Christ-like Born of the Spirit Passing from death to life Passing from darkness to light Quickened (Made Alive) Receive Eternal Life Temple of the Holy Spirit
What is some evidence of a saved life?
Peace Joy Change in attitude and behavior Inner experience that God is for us Love for others Sensitive to sin Eager to seek forgiveness We are future oriented because the past is forgiven
Justification
is the act of God for which changes the relationship between ourselves and him.
Romans 5:1
Justification
Declared ‘not guilty’
Deserve condemnation as sinners
Receive an acquittal
Receive and acquittal
Sentence fulfilled at the cross (atonement is the gift of grace)
We accept by faith Jesus’ substitution - in our place
Biblical Justification
Old Testament
“Legal justification” embodied in the Law
You were justified by keeping the Law
Legal justification for the innocent person
Biblical Justification
New Testament
For the guilty – not the innocent
Accused admits their guilt, but is justified not by works, but by faith alone.
Imputed Righteousness - Romans 3:23-25
God now considers us ‘righteous’
Positional Relationship
Instant – verdict rendered
Sees us through the ‘lense’ of Jesus
Imparted Righteousness
God now makes us righteous
Progressive Relationship
Continuing transformation - process
Possible through His indwelling Holy Spirit
The result of justification
Restored Relationship
Restored Relationship
Free from condemnation
Peace with God & Access
Proper perspective of relationship
Hope of holiness
Proper perspective of relationship
Humility
Gratitude
Grace
unmerited, undeserved
Justified by Grace
Dependent upon the character of God
Demonstrated in the saving work of Jesus
Justified by Grace
Dependent upon the character of God
Righteous/just ; holy
Merciful/compassionate
Only offered –not automatic
Justified by Grace
Demonstrated in the saving work of Jesus
Sacrifice of atonement
Redemption purchased
Prevenient Grace
Convicts of sin and guilt
Convicts of God’s holiness & His original intention for us – holiness & relationship
Convicts of judgment – the penalty for sin
Grace, the Gift of God - Ephesians 2:8
Not by our own acts, works or deeds
Not by our own strength, goodness or merit
Not by our intentions or design
Simply by acceptance in faith
Justified Through Faith
Trusting acceptance of the Good News
Commitment of ourselves to God
Trusting acceptance of the Good News
Heart believes – receives justification
Mouth confesses – seals salvation
Trust brings blessing – no shame
Commitment of ourselves to God
Obedient response to His goodness
Desire to become a disciple
Obedient response to His goodness
I know Him
I am convinced He is able
Desire to become a disciple
Know His voice
Follow Him
Adoption
The action of God whereby He admits those born anew to the conditions and privileges of sons and daughters (children of God).
Adoption implies
a change of nature (regeneration) and
a change or relationship (justification).
What is adoption
Not of ‘natural birth,’ but by God’s desire By Christ’s acceptance From ‘slave’ to ‘heir’ Individual experience Family context – the community of faith
Adoption
Inheritance confirmed
By the Word
By the Holy Spirit
By the Word
‘Heirs of God, and joint-heirs with Christ’
‘Every spiritual blessing in Christ
By the Holy Spirit
Deposit guaranteeing inheritance
Wisdom, Hope & Power
Relationship
With the Son
Calls us ‘brothers’ Shares His home Shares love & unity Shares His glory We respond to the ‘praise of His glory’
Relationship
With the Holy Spirit
Lives & works in us with power
Intercedes for us
Reveals the will of the Father
Relationship with believers
As sisters and brothers – equal share
As co-heirs & citizens of the Kingdom
Inward Witness
Confirms the ‘state of grace’
Confirms my adoption as a child of God
Confirms the ‘state of grace’
Jesus is the Christ and my personal Savior
I have forgiveness of sin
I have confidence to approach the Throne of grace
Confirms my adoption as a child of God
The work of grace is complete in me
I am in Christ and he is in me.
I am in Christ and he is in me
Once separated – now reconciled -have access
Christ lives in me
Confirmed by a changed life
Transformation – Regeneration Confidence derived from faith – we know Change in attitude & actions Change in priorities & intentions – to be like Jesus Progress & growth: fruitfulness
Outward Witness
Confirmed by a changed life
Why some have no assurance
Some may not realize they may have it.
Some may not have fully complied with the conditions
You may lead someone into it.
