So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God. Romans 10:17. The truths of the Word of God meet man’s great practical necessity—the conversion of the soul through faith. These grand principles are not to be
A Hatred of Sin
Thou hast loved righteousness, and hated iniquity; therefore God, even thy God, hath anointed thee with the oil of gladness above thy fellows. Hebrews 1:9. When in conversion the sinner finds peace with God through the blood of the atonement,
Faith Demonstrated by Works
Yea, a man may say, Thou hast faith, and I have works: shew me thy faith without thy works, and I will shew thee my faith by my works. James 2:18. The part man has to act in the salvation
Proving the Will of God
And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God. Romans 12:2. Christ came to the world to
The Righteousness of Christ Sufficient
But now the righteousness of God without the law is manifested, being witnessed by the law and the prophets; even the righteousness of God which is by faith of Jesus Christ unto all and upon all them that believe: for
The First Steps in Justification
Him hath God exalted with his right hand to be a Prince and a Saviour, for to give repentance to Israel, and forgiveness of sins. Acts 5:31. Many are confused as to what constitutes the first steps in the work
Filled With His Righteousness
Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled. Matthew 5:6. Righteousness is holiness, likeness to God, and “God is love.” 1 John 4:16. It is conformity to the law of God, for “all