Justification by Faith

Summary

The sermon explains the doctrine of justification by faith from an Old Baptist perspective, emphasizing that justification is a legal declaration by God based on the finished work of Christ on the cross, not a process involving faith as a causal instrument. Faith is described as a gift from God that certifies the righteousness already secured by Christ's sacrifice. The preacher contrasts this view with Arminian and conventional Calvinistic positions, arguing that justification occurred at the cross and faith is the means by which believers personally receive assurance of that justification. Numerous biblical passages are cited to support the view that justification is a declaration of righteousness, not a making of righteousness.