Justification by Works

Summary

The sermon explores the biblical doctrine of justification, emphasizing that justification means being declared righteous, not made righteous by works. It highlights the examples of Abraham and Rahab to show that works are evidentiary of faith and regeneration, not the basis of justification. The preacher stresses that ultimate justification is by God's grace through the obedience of Christ alone, and that faith and works serve as evidence of this bedrock justification. The message calls for rightly dividing scripture to reconcile passages about justification by faith and works without contradiction.