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Salvation 2.0: Part 6.1: Justification: Baptism, a Third Option
Justification Baptism I’ve written so much and so long on baptism that I really just want to hit the high points. Of course, when it comes to baptism, there are a lot of high points. First point: It is my view … Continue reading
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Salvation 2.0: Calling upon the name of the LORD
Chris asked this question in the comments: Jay, what exactly does it mean to “call upon the Lord.” What Greek word is used here to denote this action? Is it a prayer? A plea? An appeal? Is it an outward … Continue reading
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Salvation 2.0: Part 5.8: The end of Exile
Now, there’s more to it. Paul begins the discussion with – (Rom 10:5-8 ESV) For Moses writes about the righteousness that is based on the law, that the person who does the commandments shall live by them. 6 But the … Continue reading
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Salvation 2.0: Part 5.7: Romans 10
Inevitably, we have to cover the other text on which Walter Scott built his Plan of Salvation, Rom 10:9-10 — (Rom 10:9-10 ESV) 9 because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart … Continue reading
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Emily Roig: “Skin”
From the artist: In light of the multiple church burnings that have happened in St. Louis city these past two weeks, I want to give away “Skin” for free exclusively here on NoiseTrade to continue the fight for racial reconciliation. … Continue reading
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Salvation 2.0: Part 5.6: Why faith in Jesus?
While Paul uses a lot of ink arguing for faith rather than works, he never really argues that faith in God without faith in Jesus is insufficient. To modern ears, that seems to be the obvious question. We know that Paul … Continue reading
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Christmas Shopping List for the Amateur Theologian
So the Christmas shopping season is fast approaching. Black Friday followed by Electronic Black Monday etc. And if you’re reading this blog, you are likely the sort of person who is very hard to shop for. I mean, you are … Continue reading
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Salvation 2.0: Part 5.5: The definition of “faith” — NT understanding
In the NT, “faith” doesn’t greatly change meanings from the OT, except that “faith” in the NT is always faith in Jesus. Before Pentecost, the Jews believed in God and in his promised Messiah, but they did not believe in … Continue reading
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Salvation 2.0: Part 5.4: The definition of “faith” — OT background
We’ve already shown how pistis in the Greek picks up the meanings of faith and faithfulness. This is especially evident in Romans and Galatians, but not just there. When we reflect on the beginning of faith, God’s covenant with Abraham, … Continue reading
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Salvation 2.0: Part 5.3: The faith(fulness) of Jesus
(Rom 3:21-22a NET) But now apart from the law the righteousness of God (which is attested by the law and the prophets) has been disclosed – 22 namely, the righteousness of God through the faithfulness of Jesus Christ for all … Continue reading
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