The Grace Scripts

Distinguishing law and gospel

Each Sunday we worship the Lord by means of His good Word, which is properly distinguished as law and gospel.  1. The law as a *covenant* condemns us (law broadly, the covenant of works). We have absolutely no hope of redemption or life by our good works. We must look for salvation wholly ... Read More about Distinguishing law and gospel

Do not forget the Gospel

There is great security in our salvation and the gospel. God chose us in Christ before the foundation of the world, and his decision stands. The Holy Spirit has worked in our lives to cause us to be born again and nothing and no one can take that from us. Those who have been justified cannot be made ... Read More about Do not forget the Gospel

Theology matters

Many people believe that theological study holds little value. They say, “I don’t need theology; I just need to know Jesus.” Yet theology is unavoidable for every Christian. It is our attempt to understand the truth that God has revealed to us—something every Christian does. So it is not a question ... Read More about Theology matters

We do not grieve without hope

Today marks one year without my grandfather. To many, it’s a normal Sunday. But I can still recall the phone call, verbatim, that changed much of my life in an instant. Although I had many plans still with Pop — digitizing our family history, spending many more evenings at the farm while Bonanza ... Read More about We do not grieve without hope

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