Was it by his good works of keeping the law? No. For if it was by the things he did, he would have something to boast about, but no one boasts before God. Listen to what the Scriptures say: Because Abraham believed God’s words, his faith transferred God’s righteousness into his account. When people work, they earn wages. It can’t be considered a free gift, because they earned it. But no one earns God’s righteousness. It can only be transferred when we no longer rely on our own works, but believe in the one who powerfully declares the ungodly to be righteous in his eyes. It is faith that transfers God’s righteousness into your account! Even King David himself speaks to us regarding the complete wholeness that comes inside a person when God’s powerful declaration of righteousness is heard over our life. Apart from our works, God’s work is enough. Here’s what David says: What happy fulfillment is ahead for those whose rebellion has been forgiven and whose sins are covered by blood. What happy progress comes to them when they hear the Lord speak over them, “I will never hold your sins against you!”
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4 Days
What do you think about sin? About salvation? About your life in Christ? In this devotional, Think Like a Roman, we are renewing our minds through the book of Romans. What we believe is essential to the way we live, to our growth, our walk with Christ, and our future in Christ. Our thoughts determine our beliefs, our beliefs determine our actions. Over the next four days, join us as we dive into our understanding of doctrine relating to sin, salvation, and freedom in Christ.
5 Days
In this 5-day study by Lifeway Women, you’ll walk through fundamental beliefs of the Christian Faith. Gain understanding of the change that took place in your heart as a new believer and learn to walk out your faith as an individual a part of the Body of Christ—the Community known as the Church. Hear and respond to the Call to take the long view of Christian Life.
Brenda Palmer invites you to embark on the journey of yes—walking in obedience to God in faith, surrender, and self-discovery. By saying yes to God, you open yourself to become the person He lovingly created for His purpose.
6 Days
As C.S. Lewis said, we’re all theologians; everybody has ideas about God. The question is whether you’re a good theologian or a bad theologian! In this six-day plan, you will have an opportunity to improve your “theology”—your understanding of God the Father.
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