Doctrines 7 & 8 Flashcards

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Doctrine 8

We believe that we are justified…

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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

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Doctrine 7

We believe that repentance…

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We believe that repentance towards God, faith in our Lord Jesus Christ, and regeneration by the Holy Spirit, are necessary to salvation.

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Trinitarian Presence

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God’s grace makes it potential
Jesus’ death makes it probable
Holy Spirit makes it practical
Sinner claims the promise

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Repentance towards God in OT

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13x in OT
Always in relationship to God
God calling his people to repent
Turn from evil- negative 
Turn towards God-positive
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Repentance in the NT

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Change one’s mind or purpose

2 Corinthians 7:9-11

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Repentance towards God

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Moving from sin- not of man

Moving towards grace- with His help Colossians 1:13

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What does repentance include?

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Conviction of sin.  
Hatred of sin. 
Sorrow of sin. 
Renounce sin. 
Confession of sin. 
Desire of Forgiveness. 
Submission to God.
Making restitution.
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What is godly sorrow?

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Our sins have been against god Psalm 51:4

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Saving faith

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Acceptance of God’s grace in Christ and confidence in a pardoning God

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Saving faith includes

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Recognizing the failure of sin
Desiring God
Trusting God’s power to forgive
Intentional commitment

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The change effected by the HS in the heart of the penitent at the time of forgiveness

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It’s instantaneous
It’s a re-creation into the image of God
It’s the restoration of the covenant

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Know Titus 3:4-7

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But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life. (Titus 3:4-7 NIV)

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Repentance towards God

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Acts 3:19-20-Repent then and turn to God so that your sins may be wiped out, that times of refreshing may come from the Lord, and that he may send the Christ, who has been appointed for you– even Jesus

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Evidence of regeneration in Scripture

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New Creation 2 Cor 5:17
New birth/ born again John 3:3-7
Born of the Spirit John 3:5-8
Born of God John 1:13; 1John 3:9
From death to life - 1 John 3:14
Passing from darkness to light- John 8:12 Eph 5:8 Eph 8:1 1 Thess 5:5
Made alive Eph 2:1-5 Col 2:13
Receive eternal life John 17:3 Romans 6:23
Temple of the HS 1 Cor 6:19
Becoming Christ like Gal 5:22-25 2 Peter 1:3-4

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What are some evidence of a saved life?

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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 past is forgiven
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Legal term of Justification

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Declared not guilty
Deserve condemnation as sinners
Receive an acquittal
Sentence fulfilled at the cross
Atonement is the grift of grace
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Definition of justification

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Is the act of God for us which changes the relationship between ourselves and him.
Romans 5:1

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Biblical Justification

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OT- legal justification embodied in the law, justified by keeping the law, legal justification for the innocent
NT- for the guilty, accused admits their guilt but is justified not by works but by faith

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Two types of justification

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Imputed righteousness- God now considers us righteous, positional relationship, instant, sees us through lense of Jesus
Imparted righteousness- God now makes us righteous, Progressive relationship, continuing transformation, possible through Holy Spirit

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What is the result?

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Restored relationship
Free from condemnation
Peace with God and access
Proper perspective of relationship
Humility and gratitude
Hope of holiness
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Justified by grace

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Grace- unmerited, undeserved
Dependent upon the character of God
Righteous/just, holy
Merciful, only offered- not automatic
Demonstrated in the saving work of Jesus
Sacrifice of atonement
Redemption purchased
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What is prevenient grace?

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A stimulus to spiritual awakening, the work of the HS in our hearts before conversion
Convicts of:
Sin and guilt
Holiness and relationship
Judgment
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Why is grace a gift from God?

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Not by our own works
Not by our own strength
Not by our intentions
Simply by acceptance in faith

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Justified through faith

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Faith is personal response to the grace of God
Trusting acceptance of the good news
Heart believes
Mouth confesses
Trust brings blessings-no shame
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What is Adoption?

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The action of God admits those born again to the conditions and
privileges of sons and daughters- children of God
Implies change of nature- regeneration
Change or relationship- justification

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How are we adopted?

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Not of natural birth but by God's desire
By Christ's acceptance
From slave to heir
Individual experience
Family context- community of faith
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How are we adopted? Part 2

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Inheritance confirmed
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 and power
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What is the Relationship with the son?

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Calls us brother
Shares his home
Shares love and unity
Shares his glory
We respond to the praise of his glory
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What is the Relationship with the Holy Spirit?

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Lives and works in is with power
Intercedes for us
Reveals the will of the father

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What is the Relationship with other believers?

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As sisters and brothers-equal share

As co-heirs and citizens of the Kingdom

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What is inward witness?

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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 adoption
Work of grace complete in me
Christ lives in me

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What is outward witness?

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Confirmed by a changed life
Transformation- regeneration
Confidence derived from faith
Change in attitude and action
Change in priorities and intention
Progress and growth
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Full assurance in scripture

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Colossians 2:2

Hebrews 6:11

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Why do some have no assurance?

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May not realize they may have it
May not have fully complied with the conditions
You may lead someone into it