In todays quote from Calvin we learn about the basis for his doctrine of justification by faith vs. justification by works. Calvin does not base his doctrine on what scripture says about judgment. Instead he [ Read More … ]
In trying to establish the false teaching that justification is by faith alone, Calvin displays ignorance of the underlying Jew – Gentile context of Paul’s justification and works of law statements. He also demonstrates no [ Read More … ]
Calvin gives his definition of repentance. His understanding of repentance is that it is an ongoing process whereby a person turns to God, cutting out sin in the power of the Spirit. This is part [ Read More … ]
Calvin begins to argue for his understanding of justification. What does it mean to be justified by works? What does it mean to be justified by faith? In this important quote we look at Calvin’s [ Read More … ]
By faith believers are reconciled to God and sanctified by the Spirit. In this section Calvin introduces his discussion on justification, explaining again the organisation of his third book. According to Calvin, justification is the [ Read More … ]
Calvin says some pretty strong words on sin. He says anyone who doesn’t acknowledge they are a sinner are an anathema. Cursed by God, should be removed from his presence and the church community. What [ Read More … ]
In this quote Calvin speaks a bit about sin in the life of the believer. He says there is a spring of evil inside every person that will continue in them until they are freed [ Read More … ]
Calvin gives an explanation why he orders his discussion or repentance before justification. His reasoning is tied to the distinct yet inseparable nature of justification and sanctification. Both flow from believing with the heart. This [ Read More … ]
When I first read through Institutes what impressed me most about Calvin’s theology was his focus on the Holy Spirit. In this quote he highlights people come to Christ, only through the work of the [ Read More … ]
Faith is more a matter of the heart than the intellect. This is one of the few gold comments of Calvin that I quite like and has stayed with me for many years. In this [ Read More … ]