Reason 13: The Joy of Standing Firm

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Reason 13: The Joy of Standing Firm

February 2, 2020 • Steve Bateman

The Liberal Error: Because god made me this way, I am lord of my life and live according to the law of Me (license).
The Law of Moses: Because I selectively obey the law of Moses, and even add to it, God is obligated to accept me (legalism).
The Law of Christ: Because God has accepted me for Christ's sake (imputed righteousness), I find job in obeying the Law of Christ.

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