♦(BA) Justified by Faith vs. Justified by Works
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Is this statement correct?
“As long as you believe in your heart and confess with your mouth that the Lord Jesus is your personal Savior, you are saved. Because the salvation Jesus accomplished on the cross is forever complete, no human effort can add to or subtract from it in any way.”
But is “believing in the heart and confessing with the mouth” really sufficient? Does that alone make someone a forever-saved Christian?
If so, then what the Lord Jesus, Peter, James, and Paul taught would be meaningless.
Jesus’ Clear Teachings Cannot Be Ignored
“Unless one is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God.” (John 3:5)
“If you want to enter into life, keep the commandments.” (Matthew 19:17b)
“If I do not wash your feet, you have no part with Me.” (John 13:8b)
“He who eats My flesh and drinks My blood has eternal life, and I will raise him up at the last day.” (John 6:54)
Clearly, the Lord required more than just intellectual belief. Obedience is essential.
The Apostolic Teaching: Obedience to the Way of Salvation
“Repent, and let every one of you be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins; and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.” (Acts 2:38)
“Therefore I judge that we should not trouble those from among the Gentiles who are turning to God, but that we write to them to abstain from things polluted by idols, from sexual immorality, from things strangled, and from blood. For Moses has had throughout many generations those who preach him in every city, being read in the synagogues every Sabbath.” (Acts 15:19–21)
“Circumcision is nothing and uncircumcision is nothing, but keeping the commandments of God is what matters.” (1 Corinthians 7:19)
“Now the works of the flesh are evident… those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God.” (Galatians 5:19–21)
Faith without works is dead! (James 2:17, 26)
True Faith Produces Obedience and Holiness
How can someone who:
Knowingly profanes the holy name of God,
Rejects the holy Sabbath (choosing Sunday instead),
Ignores God’s prophecy in Zephaniah 3:9 (which He promised to fulfill Himself),
still claim to have genuine faith and expect to enter the kingdom of God?
Even if Jews or followers of any other religion strictly keep moral rules or practice asceticism, if they do not acknowledge Jesus as the Christ and Savior, all their efforts are in vain.
“No one comes to the Father except through Me.” (John 14:6)
Justification by Faith, Yet Walking in the Way of Salvation
We are justified by faith, yes—but we must still obey the gospel message and bear the fruit of the Spirit:
“Love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control.” (Galatians 5:22–23)
Also:
“He has shown you, O man, what is good; and what does the LORD require of you but to do justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?” (Micah 6:8)
Conclusion: Obey the Lord, Submit to God, and Hope for the Eternal Rest of His Kingdom
We must not separate faith from obedience.
The Lord’s salvation is free—but never careless.
It is by grace, but never cheap grace.
Let us walk humbly, keep the Lord’s commandments, and long for the eternal Sabbath rest in His Kingdom.
♦(BB) Who Deceived You?
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1. Who Deceived You? Was It Intentional?
If someone tells you, “You are already saved,” but their teaching is based on misinterpretation or inherited error, then they may not have intentionally lied to you. They may simply be repeating what they themselves were taught.
Jesus said:
“If the blind lead the blind, both will fall into a pit.” (Matthew 15:14)
Even if not malicious, false teaching still leads to real danger, especially when it gives people false assurance.
2. How Do You Respond When Someone Warns You?
If someone points out, “You have not truly been saved yet,” and explains what the Bible truly teaches about salvation, how do you respond?
If you humbly examine the Scriptures, you might discover that the warning is valid—and this can lead to true salvation.
But if you accuse the person of being proud or preaching heresy, simply to protect your sense of security, then you risk rejecting God’s wake-up call.
The Apostle Paul wrote:
“Have I now become your enemy by telling you the truth?” (Galatians 4:16)
3. Which Message Is More Dangerous?
Which is more harmful to your soul:
Being told you’re already saved when you’re not?
Or being told you still need to fulfill what the Bible teaches to receive true salvation?
The first gives a false sense of peace, while the second may disturb you now—but could lead you to eternal life.
Jesus said:
“If you abide in My word, you are truly My disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” (John 8:31–32)
4. What Is True Heresy?
Is heresy simply quoting one or two isolated verses, ignoring the rest of Scripture?
Or is heresy preaching a simplified version of the Gospel that omits the full truth?
True biblical salvation includes:
Repentance (Acts 2:38)
Baptism in the name of the Lord (Matthew 28:19; Acts 2:38)
Receiving the Holy Spirit as the seal (Romans 8:9; Ephesians 1:13)
Obedience to God’s commandments (Matthew 19:17b; Revelation 14:12)
Living a life of abiding in Christ (John 15)
To claim that just “believing in your heart and confessing with your mouth” is enough for guaranteed salvation—without these other elements—is a distortion of the Gospel. That, in fact, is the real heresy.
✅ Conclusion
If someone warns you that you may not truly be saved yet, it may not be an insult or a sign of pride—it might be God’s mercy calling you back to the truth.
“Examine yourselves to see whether you are in the faith. Test yourselves. Do you not realize that Christ Jesus is in you—unless you fail the test?” (2 Corinthians 13:5)
So ask yourself:
Is it better to feel secure now but miss the truth of salvation?
Or to feel unsettled now, and pursue the truth that leads to eternal life?
The worst deception is not from others—but when you believe a lie and reject the truth.
For there shall arise false Christs, and false prophets, and shall shew great signs and wonders; insomuch that, if it were possible, they shall deceive the very elect. (Matthew 24:24)(KJV)
♦(BC) Are We Under Grace or Under the Law?
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Many believers today confidently say, “We are under grace, not under the law.” (Romans 6:14) While this statement is scriptural, it is often misused to imply that Christians no longer need to obey God’s commandments—especially the Sabbath. This is a serious misunderstanding of the Bible.
In truth, keeping the Sabbath is not being under the law, but rather a response to God’s grace—a day to remember His creation, His redemption, and a foreshadowing of eternal rest in the Kingdom of God.
The Controversy in the Early Church Was About Circumcision—Not the Sabbath
Acts 15 records a major dispute in the early church: should Gentile converts be required to undergo circumcision to be saved? To settle this, the apostles and elders held the Jerusalem Council. James concluded:
“It is my judgment, therefore, that we should not make it difficult for the Gentiles who are turning to God. Instead we should write to them, telling them to abstain from food polluted by idols, from sexual immorality, from the meat of strangled animals and from blood. For Moses has been preached in every city from the earliest times and is read in the synagogues on every Sabbath.” (Acts 15:19–21, NIV)
Notice that Sabbath observance was not even debated—because both Jewish and Gentile believers continued gathering on the Sabbath to hear the Word. There was no question of abolishing the Sabbath.
Circumcision Was a Shadow—Baptism Is the Fulfillment
Paul taught that physical circumcision was fulfilled spiritually in baptism:
“In Him you were also circumcised with a circumcision not performed by human hands. Your whole self ruled by the flesh was put off when you were circumcised by Christ, having been buried with Him in baptism, in which you were also raised with Him through your faith in the working of God, who raised Him from the dead.” (Colossians 2:11–12, NIV)
Thus, circumcision was a shadow, and baptism is the spiritual reality. But the Sabbath was not a temporary ritual or ceremonial law. It was established from creation (Genesis 2:2–3) and enshrined in the Ten Commandments (Exodus 20:8–11).
The Moral Law of the Ten Commandments Was Never Abolished
Jesus said:
“Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them.” (Matthew 5:17, NIV)
He then elevated the moral standard—not only must we avoid murder, but we must not even hate; not only avoid adultery, but not lust in our hearts. How then can we neglect the third and fourth commandments, which deal directly with God’s name and God’s holy day?
Keeping the Sabbath Is Not Legalism—It Is Life Under Grace
Some claim that Sabbath observance is legalism or returning to the Old Covenant. But this accusation is false and misleading.
Circumcision is not in the Ten Commandments, and yet the apostles vigorously debated it. But the Sabbath is in the Ten Commandments, and there was no debate at all about abolishing it. If the Sabbath were truly canceled, why do we not see any apostolic discussion or declaration to that effect?
Jesus Himself kept the Sabbath (Luke 4:16), and so did Paul and the early church (Acts 13:42, 44). There is no record in the New Testament of the Sabbath being annulled.
In Grace, We Are Empowered to Obey
Grace does not give us a license to sin—it gives us the power to obey. As Hebrews reminds us:
“There remains, then, a Sabbath-rest for the people of God; for anyone who enters God’s rest also rests from their works, just as God did from His.” (Hebrews 4:9–10, NIV)
The Sabbath is a sign of grace—a weekly reminder that our salvation is not by our works but by resting in God. It points back to creation and forward to the eternal rest in God’s Kingdom.
Conclusion
To be under grace is not to reject God’s commandments—it is to fulfill them through faith and love. The Sabbath, far from being a legalistic burden, is a gift from God, a day sanctified and blessed, a symbol of His covenant, and a reflection of our eternal hope.
Let us therefore honor the Sabbath, not to earn salvation, but as those who have received the grace of salvation and long for the eternal rest to come.
“If you love Me, keep My commandments.” — Jesus (John 14:15)
♦(BD) God Hates You?
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“If you read the Bible, you’ll see that God hates you.”
To Respond: “God Hates You” Is a Distortion of Scripture
1. The Bible Clearly Says: God Loves the World
John 3:16 – “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.”
2 Peter 3:9 – “The Lord is not slow in keeping His promise, as some understand slowness. Instead, He is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.”
👉 The Bible’s message is not that God hates people, but that He loves them and desires to save them.
2. God Hates Sin — Not the Sinner
Psalm 5:5 – “The arrogant cannot stand in your presence. You hate all who do wrong.”
This refers to God’s hatred of evil actions, not personal hatred for the person.
Just as a good doctor hates disease but loves the patient, God hates sin but loves the sinner and seeks to redeem them.
3. The Central Message of the Bible Is Salvation, Not Condemnation
From Genesis to Revelation, the Bible shows God reaching out to fallen humanity — calling, warning, teaching, forgiving, and ultimately sending His Son.
Romans 5:8 – “But God demonstrates His own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”
👉 If God hated people, He would not have died for them. The cross is the greatest proof of God’s love.
4. Those Who Say “God Hates You” Are Often Misled or Wounded
Some misunderstand the justice and judgment of God in the Old Testament without seeing His repeated patience and mercy.
Others may be reacting out of personal hurt, projecting their own pain or guilt onto God’s character.
But Scripture says:
“The Lord, the Lord God, merciful and gracious, longsuffering, and abounding in goodness and truth.” – Exodus 34:6
5. A Gentle but Firm Response
You can say:
“You say God hates me, but the Bible says He loves me — even while I was still a sinner. God doesn’t want anyone to be lost. He calls us to turn from sin and come to Him. If you really read the Bible carefully, you’ll see that it’s full of God’s love and mercy.”
Or:
“Maybe you’ve heard the wrong message, or you’ve been hurt by people who misrepresented God. But God’s heart is not like that. He is loving, patient, and kind — and He wants you to know Him for who He really is.”
♦(BE) God’s Judgment and Salvation – From the Flood to Rebirth Today
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Love and Justice
God is a God of love, but He is also a God of justice. The Bible clearly records that when humanity became exceedingly sinful, God executed judgment.
God once destroyed the entire world with a flood, sparing only Noah’s family of eight and selected animals and birds. Aquatic creatures were not drowned.
God also rained down burning sulfur on Sodom and Gomorrah, completely destroying those cities.
Throughout history, God has allowed the destruction of Israel’s enemies and permitted death through wars and disasters.
God allows Satan to stir up chaos in a sinful world, but He also protects and saves the righteous—those who love Him.
The reason for all the killing and death in this world traces back to the first humans’ disobedience to God. Sin entered the world, and fallen angels, dragged down by Satan, no longer kept their proper place and caused continual disasters. But even so, God’s love is still clearly revealed. He desires that everyone repent and be saved. The fact that we are still alive today is evidence of His love and mercy.
That’s why we must make every effort to work out our salvation while there’s still time.
Some people claim, “Jesus has already completed 100% of salvation. We just need to believe—it’s enough. No further action is needed. We are saved forever.”
But that is a serious misunderstanding.
Acts 19 – Believing Is Not Enough
Even in the Bible, the disciples at Ephesus believed in the Lord Jesus [YESU], but that alone was not sufficient.
(Acts 19:1) While Apollos was at Corinth, Paul took the road through the interior and arrived at Ephesus. There he found some disciples
(Acts 19:2) and asked them, “Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you believed?”
They answered, “No, we have not even heard that there is a Holy Spirit.”
(Acts 19:3) So Paul asked, “Then what baptism did you receive?”
“John’s baptism,” they replied.
(Acts 19:4) Paul said, “John’s baptism was a baptism of repentance. He told the people to believe in the one coming after him, that is, in Jesus.”
(Acts 19:5) On hearing this, they were baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus.
(Acts 19:6) When Paul placed his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came on them, and they spoke in tongues and prophesied.
These disciples already believed in Jesus [YESU], but their baptism was only for repentance, not for the forgiveness of sins. Paul had them baptized again in the name of the Lord Jesus [YESU] and laid hands on them. The Holy Spirit came upon them—it was an observable and powerful experience. There were about twelve men in all.
This shows clearly:
Faith alone is not enough. They had to receive baptism in the name of the Lord Jesus [YESU].
Receiving the Holy Spirit is a real, visible experience—they spoke in tongues and prophesied.
We must be born again of water and the Spirit, as Jesus [YESU] taught in John 3.
Conclusion
Jesus said,
“Make every effort to enter through the narrow door.” (Luke 13:24)
If you can still hear this message today, it is because of God’s grace.
Don’t waste the time He has given us—
Let us work out our salvation with fear and trembling (Philippians 2:12),
And follow the full gospel truth: to be born of water and the Spirit.
Only then can we truly be saved.
♦(BF) Whoever Believes and Is Baptized Will Be Saved
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(Mark 16:16)
The words of the Lord Jesus [YESU] must not be ignored or altered. He clearly said:
“Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned.”
To change this to “Whoever believes will be saved” is a serious distortion.
Let’s imagine:
If you were on a crashing plane and, in your final moment, you cried out, “Lord Jesus Christ, You are my Savior. I believe You will save me into Your kingdom,”
then only the Lord Jesus has the authority to decide if you will truly be saved.
But under normal circumstances, we should not use such exceptional cases—or the thief on the cross beside Jesus—as a standard.
Instead, we must remember the full instruction:
“Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved.”
And we must strive to fulfill everything the Bible teaches with all our heart, soul, and strength.
The Lord Sets a Higher Standard
Many of the Lord’s teachings are not just about avoiding sin, but pursuing holiness:
“Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect.” (Matthew 5:48)
Some argue, “That’s impossible—we’re only human. If we could be perfect like the Father, then we would be God ourselves!”
But this is a dangerous misunderstanding.
The Lord sets high standards not to discourage us, but to lead us to trust in Him, and strive toward those standards by His grace and strength.
Yes, everyone has sinned, even Paul claimed to be the chief sinner(1 Timothy 1:15). He was baptized in the name of Jesus [YESU] Christ and his sins were washed away.
(Acts 2:38) Peter said to them, "Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.
(Acts 22:16) And now why do you delay? Get up, and be baptized, calling on his name, and your sins will be washed away.
But he still encouraged the disciples to "work out your salvation with fear and trembling" (Philippians 2:12b).
Strive to Enter God’s Rest
(Hebrews 4:3–11)
“Now we who have believed enter that rest…” (v.3)
“There remains, then, a Sabbath-rest for the people of God…” (v.9)
“Let us, therefore, make every effort to enter that rest…” (v.11)
The rest of God clearly refers to the seventh day, the Sabbath, when God ceased from His creation work.
Some say this rest is only spiritual—based on Matthew 11:28–30, where Jesus promises rest to the weary. And indeed, the Lord gives rest for our souls.
But both are true.
To follow Jesus is to do the Father’s will, as Jesus did—even to the point of death.
He said:
“If you want to enter life, keep the commandments.” (Matthew 19:17b)
Paul said:
“Circumcision is nothing and uncircumcision is nothing. Keeping God’s commands is what counts.” (1 Corinthians 7:19)
John also wrote:
“This is love for God: to obey His commands. And His commands are not burdensome.” (1 John 5:3)
Complete Obedience: From Baptism to the End
Obedience to God’s commands is not burdensome when we love Him.
Entering God’s rest means not only keeping the Sabbath but also being humble, obedient, and faithful until the end—whether we pass away in peace or are transformed in the twinkling of an eye when the Lord returns.
“So we will be with the Lord forever.” (1 Thessalonians 4:17b)
Let us believe, be baptized, and strive with all our heart to follow the Lord’s commandments—not to earn salvation by works, but to respond in faith and love to the One who saved us.
♦(BG) The Source of Eternal Salvation ≠ Once Saved Always Saved
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1. Jesus is the Source of Eternal Salvation
Hebrews 5:9 – “And having been perfected, He became the source of eternal salvation to all who obey Him.”
The salvation that our Lord Jesus accomplished is once for all and eternally effective:
Hebrews 10:10 – “By that will we have been sanctified through the offering of the body of Jesus Christ once for all.”
Hebrews 10:12 – “But this Man, after He had offered one sacrifice for sins forever, sat down at the right hand of God.”
This means the atoning sacrifice of Jesus on the cross does not need to be repeated. It is eternally sufficient, becoming the foundation of salvation for all generations who believe and obey.
2. Individual Responsibility: Obey, Be Sanctified, and Work Out Salvation
Philippians 2:12 – “Work out your own salvation with fear and trembling.”
We are not saved by a one-time profession of faith alone, but by a lifelong obedience and sanctification:
Hebrews 5:9 – He became the source of eternal salvation to all who obey Him.
Jesus is the eternal source, but whether an individual will ultimately be saved depends on whether they continue in faith and obedience:
Matthew 24:13 – “But he who endures to the end shall be saved.”
3. Obedience Is Not Legalism — Willful Sin Is Re-crucifying Christ
Some say, “If we strive to obey, we’re denying grace and becoming legalistic.”
But this is false. Obedience is the fruit of grace, not a rejection of it.
In contrast, the true denial of grace is this:
If, after receiving the knowledge of the truth, we willfully sin, we are essentially crucifying the Lord again:
Hebrews 6:6 – “…they crucify again for themselves the Son of God, and put Him to an open shame.”
Others claim: “If I sin after being born again, it’s not me sinning, it’s the sin in me.”
And they say, “I’m still saved forever.”
— This is a dangerous lie.
4. Paul’s Struggle in Romans 7 Describes Life Before Victory
Romans 7:23-25 –
“I see another law in my members… bringing me into captivity to the law of sin…
O wretched man that I am! Who will deliver me from this body of death?
I thank God—through Jesus Christ our Lord!”
Paul describes the struggle before full deliverance, not a license to sin after rebirth.
What follows in Romans 8 shows the victorious life of walking in the Spirit:
5. Life in the Spirit Brings Peace and Victory
Romans 8:1 – “There is therefore now no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus…”
Romans 8:6 – “For to be carnally minded is death, but to be spiritually minded is life and peace.”
Being in Christ means living by the Spirit, not indulging the flesh.
If a believer lives according to the flesh, he will die (Romans 8:13) — spiritually separated from God.
✅ Conclusion: True Faith Always Bears the Fruit of Obedience
The atoning work of Jesus is once for all and is eternally effective for those who come to Him.
But individual salvation requires a lifelong response of faith, obedience, and sanctification.
Keeping God’s commandments is not rejecting grace — it is a sign of treasuring grace.
The real insult to grace is to continue in willful sin after knowing the truth.
(Hebrews 10:26) “For if we sin willfully after we have received the knowledge of the truth, there no longer remains a sacrifice for sins.”
♦(BH) The Wonder of the Human Eye — Powerful Evidence of the Creator’s Existence
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1. Introduction
Psalm 94:9 says:
“Does He who fashioned the ear not hear? Does He who formed the eye not see?”
The human eye is one of the most intricate and astonishing organs in the body. Its precision and complexity are breathtaking.
If a high-end camera requires a skilled design team and advanced equipment to produce, how could the far superior human eye be the result of mere chance?
2. The Eye’s Intricate Structure
The human eye contains about 130 million photoreceptor cells (rods and cones), which detect different intensities and wavelengths of light. These signals are converted into electrical impulses and transmitted via the optic nerve to the brain’s visual cortex, producing an image in an instant.
Main structures and functions:
Cornea – The eye’s first lens, responsible for most of the focusing.
Iris & Pupil – Automatically adjust light intake, like a camera aperture.
Lens – Changes focus for near and far vision.
Retina – Like an ultra-sensitive film, packed with millions of light sensors.
Optic Nerve – Transmits visual data to the brain for processing.
3. Astonishing Everyday Functions
Stable Image Function
Look in a mirror, focus on your left eye, then your right eye—you won’t see your eyeballs move.
This is because during rapid eye movements, the brain briefly suppresses visual input (saccadic masking) to prevent image blur.
Horizontal Compensation Function
Tilt your head toward your shoulder—your eyes also tilt in the skull, but your vision stays level.
This is due to coordination between the eyes and the vestibular system (inner ear), where the brain automatically rotates the image to maintain stability.
4. The Supercomputer Chip Analogy
Designing a supercomputer chip requires:
Hundreds of engineers
Years of research and development
Nanometer-scale precision manufacturing
Yet, even the best chip cannot match the human visual system in processing speed, energy efficiency, or self-repair.
The visual system surpasses human engineering by:
Processing hundreds of millions of light signals per second in real time
Automatically balancing brightness, color, and focus
Providing stable images and horizontal compensation
Working seamlessly with the brain to recognize shapes, depth, and motion
Partially repairing itself (e.g., corneal regeneration)
If a chip demands intelligent design, how much more must the eye be the masterpiece of an all-wise Creator?
5. The Eye Is Only One Small Organ
As amazing as the eye is, it’s just one small part of the human body.
The whole body is like a fully automated factory:
Self-powered – The digestive system converts food into chemical energy for muscles and organs.
Self-maintaining – The immune system defends against threats and repairs damage.
Self-coordinating – The nervous and endocrine systems precisely manage all functions.
Highly integrated – The heart, lungs, kidneys, liver, and other organs work together like specialized workshops.
Such an all-encompassing system clearly shows that humans are not random assemblies of parts but the product of purposeful, intelligent creation.
6. The Testimony of Scripture
Psalm 139:14:
“I praise You because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Your works are wonderful, I know that full well.”
Proverbs 20:12:
“Ears that hear and eyes that see—the Lord has made them both.”
7. Conclusion
The intricate design of the human eye is just a glimpse of the Creator’s brilliance in the entire human body.
Design requires a Designer—and the human body bears the unmistakable signature of the Almighty God, who not only created us but watches over us.
♦(BI) The Foundation of Salvation: Grace and Faith
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1. The Bible clearly teaches:
Salvation is by grace (Ephesians 2:8–9) — not because we deserve it, but because of God’s mercy and His choosing.
Through faith — we hear the gospel, are moved by the Holy Spirit, believe in the Lord Jesus, and accept Him as our Savior.
Therefore, salvation is a free gift, not based on human merit, effort, or good works.
2. The Law and Works Cannot Save
The Jews received the law, but most of them were rebellious, knowing what is good but unable to carry it out.
Some tried to keep it faithfully, but it became empty religious form or human tradition, without true faith in Jesus.
Thus, by the law alone no one can be saved (Romans 3:20).
3. The Apostolic Debate and Conclusion
In the early church, some Jewish believers insisted that Gentiles must also be circumcised in order to be saved.
The apostles gathered to debate this matter (Acts 15).
The final decision was: salvation is not by circumcision, but by faith in Jesus. Gentile believers only needed to abstain from:
Food offered to idols
Blood
Things strangled
Sexual immorality
This was the teaching of the Holy Spirit and the apostles, showing that salvation comes by grace but must be accompanied by a life that bears testimony.
4. Grace Is Not License
Some misunderstand grace, thinking:
As long as we believe in Jesus, His blood covers all sins—past and future automatically forgiven.
We do not need to keep God’s commandments or change our lives, yet we will still be saved forever.
Such teaching is false and heretical. For the Scripture says:
Paul declared: “Circumcision is nothing, and uncircumcision is nothing, but keeping the commandments of God is what matters.” (1 Corinthians 7:19)
He also gave a stern warning: “If anyone preaches any other gospel than the one we preached to you, let him be accursed.” (Galatians 1:8–9)
What then? shall we sin, because we are not under the law, but under grace? God forbid. (Romans 6:15)
For if we sin wilfully after that we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaineth no more sacrifice for sins, (Hebrews 10:26)
5. The True Christian Life
We are justified by faith, not by works.
But true faith always produces obedience and transformation.
To be saved, one must:
Receive the baptism for the forgiveness of sins (Acts 2:38)
Receive the Holy Spirit, being renewed daily
Attend services, listen to sermons, and study the Scriptures, to know and do God’s will
Love God and love others, keeping His commandments, and run with faith on the heavenly path
📌 Conclusion:
Salvation is completely by God’s grace through faith in the Lord Jesus Christ.
Yet this faith is not empty—it must result in obedience and a changed life.
We reject legalism, but also guard against the false teaching that abuses grace.
True believers will, by God’s grace, love Him, receive the baptism for the forgiveness of sins, be filled with the Holy Spirit, keep His commandments, and walk steadfastly on the way to eternal life.
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