The Doctrine of Imputed Righteousness Without Works Asserted and Proved

Summary

The sermon asserts and proves the doctrine of imputed righteousness without works, emphasizing that justification before God is by faith in the righteousness of Christ, not by human works or obedience to the law. It explains that the righteousness imputed is Christ's perfect obedience and sacrifice, credited to believers by God, and not the believer's own faith, works, or sanctification. The preacher clarifies the distinction between justification and sanctification and reconciles apparent contradictions between Paul and James on justification by faith and works. The blessedness of those justified by this imputed righteousness is highlighted as freedom from sin's guilt and condemnation, with acceptance before God.