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SALVATION SERIES: Part 26 – The Order of Salvation

OUTLINE:True fear results in obedience.God’s Perfect CharacterThe Lord and His Word are immutable, unchanging, and therefore can be TRUSTED! The Power of the WordIt’s in moments of weakness, especially, that we need to double-down on the Word! Jas 1:12Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he […]

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SALVATION SERIES: Part 5 – The Order of Salvation

OUTLINE: What Are the Purpose and Results of Salvation? – Godward: God is glorified – Manward: man is justified, sanctified, and glorifiedThe ElectBelievers and God’s elect are indeed one and the same group from God’s perspective. However, from man’s perspective, there may be an elected person that isn’t yet a believer (they will believe before

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SALVATION SERIES: Part 3 – The Order of Salvation

OUTLINE: Ordo Salutis (Latin)“The order of salvation” Biblical Terminology – Contradiction: inherently unintelligible, a falsehood, a lie. – Paradox: an apparent contradiction that under closer scrutiny yields resolution. – Mystery: something unknown to us now, but which may be resolved.An Example of a ParadoxGod’s elective decree and man’s ability to make choices, particularly about salvation are

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SALVATION SERIES: Part 1 – The Order of Salvation

OUTLINE: Ordo Salutis (Latin)“The order of salvation” God’s Sovereignty & Man’s WillThe following are equally true Biblical doctrines: – God sovereignly elects some sinners for salvation while passing over others, – Man is held responsible for his belief or unbelief in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.Biblical Terminology – Contradiction: inherently unintelligible, a falsehood, a lie.

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