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Some persons think they can know God by means of their own human reason. But reason is a blind ally spiritually. It has always been the great minds exercising their powers apart from the Word of God who have produced the great heresies. Some think they can discover God by listening to a so-called “inner voice.” But the voice is often nothing more than an expression of their own inner desires. Quite a few think that spiritual truths can be verified by supernatural events or miracles. But the Bible everywhere teaches that even miracles will not lead men and women to understand and receive God’s truth unless they themselves are illuminated by the Bible (see Luke 16:31). I believe that we can state categorically that there is no knowledge apart from Jesus Christ and that there is no knowledge of Jesus Christ apart from a knowledge of the Bible.

James Montgomery Boice

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If Hosea’s story cannot be real (because ‘God could not ask a man to marry an unfaithful woman’), then neither is the story of salvation real, because that is precisely what Christ has done for us.

—James Montgomery Boice

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_"Calvinist sejati hanyalah seseorang yang hidupnya sepenuhnya didedikasikan bagi kemuliaan Tuhan."_ ~ James Boyce

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The Power of Forgiveness: Lessons from the Cross

The Power of Forgiveness: Lessons from the Cross

In the heart of the Christian faith lies a profound truth: being declared right with God is not a matter of human effort but a divine verdict pronounced through the death of Jesus on the cross. As the Roman believers braced themselves against Nero's looming persecution, they anchored themselves in the doctrine of justification—a doctrine reflecting the power of forgiveness that is as strong a foundation for us today as it was for them.

The Foundation of Justification

Justification is the linchpin of Christianity. Thomas Watson rightly warned of the dangers of erring in this doctrine, likening it to a spring of water of life. Martin Luther, too, emphasized its vital role, declaring that without it, the church could not stand even for an hour. The stark contrast between human fallibility and God's absolute purity—"God is light, and in Him is no darkness at all" (1 John 1:5)—lays the groundwork for our desperate need for righteousness outside of ourselves.

Understanding the Salvation Triangle

The salvation triangle, originally presented by Dr. James Montgomery Boice, provides a visual representation of Christ's work. We see that the apex is "God the Father," the source of justice and holiness. At one corner, we have "Jesus Christ," who bridges the gap between God and man, and at the other, "Christians," the beneficiaries of this divine transaction. At each point of the triangle—Propitiation, Redemption, and Justification—we find aspects of our salvation centered around "The Death of Jesus," and displaying the power of forgiveness found in Christ. Propitiation: Satisfying Divine Justice Averting Divine Wrath Through Sacrifice The Nature of Atonement In Romans 3:25, the apostle Paul introduces us to one of the most profound mysteries of the Christian faith: "God presented as a sacrifice of atonement, through faith in his blood." The New International Version's footnote sheds light on this term, suggesting an alternative reading as "the one who would turn aside his wrath, taking away sin." Here, we encounter the stark reality of God's wrath. A just response from a holy God against sin and wickedness (Romans 1:18; Ephesians 2:3). This wrath is not a capricious or irrational anger. God's wrath is a righteous opposition to all that is evil, deeply rooted in God's nature. Propitiation in Salvation The term "propitiation," while not commonly used in everyday evangelical dialogue, is essential for understanding the work of Christ. Propitiation refers to the appeasement of God's wrath against sin. It means that Christ's sacrifice on the cross has satisfied and turned aside the wrath that was rightfully ours to bear. This concept is anchored in the truth that it was God the Father who initiated the plan of salvation. The Father set forth His Son as the atoning sacrifice. It was God who provided the means to satisfy His justice and appease His wrath. His actions were rooted in divine love and sovereignty, not in human merit. The Father's Role and the Son's Sacrifice We must recognize two crucial aspects of this propitiatory act. Firstly, it was God who presented Christ as the propitiation—a divine initiative that underscores the depth of God's grace. When confronted with our sinfulness and the looming specter of judgment, it is paramount to remember that it is God Himself who orchestrated our deliverance. Appropriating the Atonement Secondly, this propitiation is received through faith in the sacrificial blood of Jesus. The New Testament repeatedly emphasizes the centrality of Christ's blood in our salvation—cleansing our consciences, purifying us from sin, and granting us access to God’s holy presence (Hebrews 9:14; 1 John 1:7; Hebrews 10:19). It is through the blood of Christ that God's just wrath is turned away from us. Living in Light of Propitiation In moments of spiritual conviction, when the weight of our sins presses upon us, we must look to the blood of Jesus for cleansing and peace. It isn't our remorse, penitence, or any sense of spiritual probation that restores us. It is solely the blood of Christ. This precious blood, shed on Calvary, is what we must appropriate time and again to wash away our sins and to find reassurance of our peace with God. The Power of Forgiveness: Propitiation The famous hymn "Nothing but the blood of Jesus" encapsulates the essence of propitiation. It is a profound truth we are called to embrace not just once but continuously throughout our Christian walk. Our assurance and cleansing are not founded on our fluctuating feelings or our imperfect repentance but on the historical fact and the present efficacy of Jesus' atoning blood.   Redemption: Liberation Through Ransom The Price of Liberation Romans 3:24 offers a sweeping declaration: our justification comes "through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus." Redemption, in this context, is a term loaded with meaning. It speaks of a deliverance that isn't merely an escape but a liberation procured at a great price. As Charles Hodge insightfully pointed out, redemption refers to deliverance achieved through the payment of a ransom. It's a concept that, while hinting at transaction, transcends mere commerce; it points to a relational and legal reality where the offended justice of God is satisfied by nothing less than the blood of Christ. The Distinction of Redemption To grasp the full weight of redemption, we must differentiate it from a simple pardon. A pardon, while releasing one from penalty, may not always fulfill justice. For example, when President Nixon was pardoned, many perceived it as an affront to justice—mercy given at justice's expense. However, in Christ's redemptive work, we find no such imbalance. God's justice is not bypassed; it is fulfilled. Justification is not the sweeping away of sin's penalty under the rug of divine forgetfulness; rather, it is the acknowledgement that the penalty has been fully absorbed and paid by Jesus. This is what makes redemption profound: it satisfies justice even as it extends mercy. Christ's Satisfaction of Divine Justice The death of Christ is the crux of redemption. His sacrifice, often referred to as "the satisfaction of Christ," is an essential doctrine that extends far beyond the bounds of theological discourse. It has tangible, daily implications for the believer. When haunted by our failings, we can find solace in the fact that our transgressions, while serious, are not beyond the scope of Christ's atoning work. God’s justice, which stands immovable and demanding, has been met—satisfied fully by Christ. To reflect on Christ's satisfaction is not an abstract theological exercise but a personal embrace of the reality that our sins, grievous as they are, have been atoned for. The Christian life involves a daily reckoning with this truth, finding in it both relief from guilt and motivation for holy living. The Power of Forgiveness: Redemption In practical terms, when our conscience convicts us, we can turn to the cross and see there the ultimate payment that redeems us from the wrath of God. Understanding that Christ paid the ultimate ransom for us, we find our fears of condemnation silenced. This is the assurance that bolsters our faith. Not only have we been forgiven, but we have been set free. The chains of our enslavement to sin have been broken—not at the expense of justice, but in its very fulfillment.   Justification: Declared Righteous by Faith Justification is the act of being declared righteous before God. It is the divine pronouncement over those who believe. It is not the result of human boasting but a gift given through faith. "For we hold that one is justified by faith apart from works of the law" (Romans 3:28). Our Problem Humanity grapples with a profound moral corruption, resulting in guilt, condemnation, and alienation from God. This inherent sinfulness manifests in every facet of life, from individual acts to societal structures, echoing the truth that "all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God" (Romans 3:23). The Old and New Testaments are replete with acknowledgments of our transgressions and the resulting estrangement from our Creator (Exodus 20:5–6; Romans 5:10; Psalm 58:3; Ephesians 2:1, 12). Our Desperate Need In light of our moral bankruptcy, we stand in desperate need of a new nature, forgiveness, acceptance, and reconciliation. Without divine intervention, we are ensnared by sin's consequences, both temporal and eternal (John 8:34; Romans 1:18; Psalm 5:5). God’s Solution The beauty of the gospel is found in God's gracious response to our predicament. Justification is by grace alone, through faith alone, because of Christ alone. It is a divine act wherein God, in His free grace, forgives sinners and accepts them as righteous on account of Christ's redemptive work (Romans 3:22–25; 4:5; 2 Corinthians 5:19–21). This righteousness is not derived from our own merit but is the righteousness of Christ. It is imputed to us as a free and unmerited gift (Romans 4:6–8; Ephesians 1:7). Christ fully satisfied divine justice, standing in our stead, absorbing the wrath we deserved, and fulfilling all righteousness (Romans 5:19; Isaiah 53:4–6; 1 Peter 1:18–19). Faith in Christ is not a work we produce. It is a gift granted by God so that we may receive this profound gift of justification (Ephesians 2:8; Romans 3:24–25). The Power of Forgiveness: Justification In light of this transformative truth, our response must be one of humility and faith. Justification is a legal declaration of "Not Guilty!" It's an assurance that, in Christ, we are free from the penalty of sin—past, present, and future. We stand before God not as neutral parties but as individuals clothed in the very righteousness of Jesus (2 Corinthians 5:21). This justification is not a result of our own doing; it is the grace of God in its purest form. We can claim no merit; our only boast is in the Cross. By faith in Christ's finished work, we renounce all confidence in our own efforts to earn God's favor and rely entirely on Christ alone—His life, death, and resurrection—as the sole basis for our acceptance before God. In practical terms, this means that our lives are marked by a continual turning away from self-reliance and a turning toward Christ in faith. It's an ongoing posture of trust in His atoning sacrifice. It is also a life lived in the freedom and joy of being declared righteous before God.

  The Power of Forgiveness: Our Right Standing Reviewed

Romans 3:27–31 revisits justification with poignant questions and conclusions, emphasizing that salvation is God’s unilateral act of grace. It is accessible to all through faith—both Jew and Gentile. In it, we find the power of forgiveness granted to Christians because of the person and work of Christ alone. We find in verse 31 a profound truth: "Do we then overthrow the law by this faith? By no means! On the contrary, we uphold the law." Here, we discover that in Christ, we are united with the perfect Lawkeeper. And thus, our lives are a testament to the law upheld, not dismissed.

The Faith that Saves

The faith necessary for salvation encompasses knowledge through God's Word, a heart profoundly moved by the Holy Spirit, and a commitment to Jesus Christ as Lord. This faith is not a passive state. It is an active trust in the Word of God, which is both the origin and sustenance of our belief.

Application Points

- Delve into the prepositions in Romans 3:25–26 to grasp the depth of our justification. - Understand that an emotional response to the Gospel, while part of saving faith, is not the entirety of it. - A genuine encounter with God's method of justification should compel a complete surrender to His will.

Conclusion

The cross stands as a testament to the power of forgiveness. It is a forgiveness so complete that it transforms the sinner into a saint, not by merit but by mercy. In the shadow of the cross, may you find peace and assurance in the righteousness of Christ, which is now yours through faith.

Call to Action

- Reflect on the message of the cross. - How has your understanding of justification changed you? - Share your journey to forgiveness and the hope that the cross has implanted in your heart. Consider becoming a member of our coaching program.   Read the full article

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Quote of the Day

If you want to know God as he speaks to you through the Bible, you should study the Bible daily, systematically, comprehensively, devotionally, and prayerfully.

James Montgomery Boice

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It is significant that we are described as being slightly lower than the angels rather than being slightly higher than the beasts. Our place and privilege is to be a mediating figure, but to be one who looks up rather than down. When we sever the tie that binds us to God and try to cast off God's rule, we do not rise up to take God's place, as we desire to do, but rather sink to a more bestial level. In fact, we come to think of ourselves as beasts ("the naked ape") or, even worse, as machines.

Dr. James Montgomery Boice

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"Il est hors de doute que Jésus tenait en haute estime l'Ancien Testament et s'y soumettait constamment comme à une révélation faisant autorité. Il a enseigné que les Écritures lui rendaient témoignage, tout comme il leur rendait témoignage. Parce qu'elles sont les paroles de Dieu, Jésus a assumé leur entière fiabilité, en tout et pour la moindre partie."

James Montgomery Boice

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TGIF: Roundup for February 24, 2023

Have you considered Bible memorization during Lent? This week, Kenneth Berding shared The Easiest Way to Memorize the Bible. Stephen Ko answered Must Pastors Report Abuse? and we reshared Grace Lung’s Helping Women Lament In The Church. I also wrote a new book review – Share What God is Saying: A Book Review of “The Big Idea Companion for Preaching and Teaching”

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Kenneth Berding: The Easiest Way to Memorize the Bible

“I found out that the process of reading a passage over and over again in-and-of-itself became a wonderful means of God working his grace in my life.”

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Have you ever heard a sermon that seemed to have no point? In The Big Idea Companion for Preaching and Teaching, Matthew D. Kim and Scott M. Gibson guide you through the big ideas from Genesis to Revelation.

Grace Lung: Helping Women Lament In The Church

“Getting to the bottom of our honest feelings with the one in whom there is no more condemnation is the first step to healing for ourselves and our communities.”

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We often hear the “Savior” characteristics of God stressed – His love, mercy, goodness and so on – but the matter of His lordship is absent. The distortion is particularly clear in evangelism. In modern practice the call to repentance is usually called an “invitation,” which one can obviously accept or refuse. It is offered politely. Seldom do we hear presented God’s sovereign demand to repent or His demand for total submission to the authority of His appointed king, Christ Jesus.

James Montgomery Boice

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_"Gerejanya Kristus adalah kumpulan mereka-mereka yang percaya kepada Kristus untuk remisi dosa-dosa, dan yang bersyukur atas kemurahan itu, dan yang mencintai hukum Allah murni, dan yang membenci dosa dalam dunia dan yang mengharapkan kehidupan yang akan mendatang."_ ~ William Tyndale

_"Gereja sekuler adalah gereja yang didominasi oleh keduniawian...... Dikarakteristikkan dengan kebijaksanaan duniawi, teologi duniawi, agenda duniawi dan metode duniawi."_ ~ James Montgomery Boice

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Book Review: Our Sovereign God, edited by James Montgomery Boice

What does Reformed theology really say about the sovereignty of God? In Our Sovereign God, P&R presents 15 outstanding essays on knowing and serving the Lord of all.

Jesus is Lord

Edited by James Montgomery Boice, this was the first book to appear as a result of the 1974 Philadelphia Conference on Reformed Theology. Originally published in 1977, this 200-page book remains a treasure. 

The book begins with John Stott proclaiming The Sovereignty of God the Son. It is an excellent introduction to the book and a beautiful education on what it means when we say that Jesus is Lord.

Knowing God

I was fascinated to read on God’s Sovereignty and Old Testament Names for God by Stuart D. Sacks. Elohim (the strong one), El Shaddai (the stable one), adonai (divine ownership), Yahweh (the only true name), tzebaoth (Lord of hosts), Messiah/Immanuel (God with us) are covered. I was moved to worship and inspired to incorporate these titles in my relationship to God.

J. I. Packer contributes a fitting entry on Knowing God. He summarizes redemption history, revelation in writing, and reception by individuals are critical components. He concludes that Scripture is essential to knowing God. Ralph L. Keiper furthers this thought, tracing and explaining how Calvin saw lovingkindness, justice, judgment as crucial in knowing God the Father. This book speaks of God’s sovereignty at a personal level.

Confidence in Our King

On Discerning the Will of God, I was comforted to read R. C. Sproul say that “God does not expect us to be able to penetrate into his secret counsels. He does expect us to be diligent, responsible stewards of his Word and of the principles he sets down for discerning what is pleasing to him.” This book will bless you as you see God’s sovereignty over your life.

Towards the end of the book, Roger R. Nicole speaks on Optimism and God’s Sovereignty. I was challenged to have greater trust in the faithfulness of our savior. We can have confidence in our King, who controls all things for our good and for his glory.

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Tibi, tibi soli peccavi et malum coram te feci, ut iustus inveniaris in sententia tua et æquus in iudicio tuo Quoniam iniquitatem meam ego cognosco, et peccatum meum contra me est semper. Miserere mei, Deus, secundum misericordiam tuam et secundum multitudinem miserationum tuarum dele iniquitatem meam

Mentions of ritual washing with special herbs (verses 2, 7)įollowing is the Hebrew text of Psalm 51: Verse.

Parallels between Psalm 51 and the Ancient Egyptian ritual text Opening of the mouth ceremony have been pointed out by scholar Benjamin Urrutia. According to James Montgomery Boice, this psalm was recited by both Thomas More and Lady Jane Grey at their executions. Athanasius would recommend that this chapter be recited each night by some of his disciples. Ĭharles Spurgeon says Psalm 51 is called "The Sinner's Guide", as it shows the sinner how to return to God's grace. The Talmud ( Yoma 86b) cites verse 5 in the Hebrew (verse 3 in English versions), "My sin is always before me", as a reminder to the penitent to maintain continual vigilance in the area in which he transgressed, even after he has confessed and been absolved. But one who tries to ignore his sin will be punished by God. The Midrash Tehillim states that one who acknowledges that he has sinned and is fearful and prays to God about it, as David did, will be forgiven. David's confession is regarded as a model for repentance in both Judaism and Christianity. It is commonly used in many Christian colleges and seminaries for in-depth study, because of its strict adherence to the original languages.Psalm 51 is based on the incident recorded in 2 Samuel, chapters 11–12. The NASB remains, however, the most literal version of the English Bible commonly used in churches today. It has introduced inclusive language in about 85 places. The removing or replacing literal renderings of antiquated phrases and words, and many conjunctions, the current edition is slightly less literal than the original. In 1995, the Lockman Foundation reissued the NASB text as the NASB Updated Edition. In such instances, the more literal renderings were indicated in footnotes. In cases where word-for-word literalness was determined to be unacceptable for modern readers, changes were made in the direction of more current idioms. Seeing the need for a literal, modern translation of the English Bible, the translators sought to produce a contemporary English Bible while maintaining a word-for-word translation style.

They shall give the Lord Jesus Christ His proper place, the place which the Word gives Him therefore, no work will ever be personalized.

These publications shall be true to the original Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek.

According to the NASB's preface, the translators had a "Fourfold Aim" in this work: The New American Standard Bible (NASB or NAS), completed in 1971, is widely regarded as one of the most literally translated of 20th-century English Bible translations.

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Noahs ark found

It is hard to believe that with so much historical and documentary evidence that there isn’t something at Ararat that would seem to align with the traditions at hand. So what are we to make of these claims and traditions? Additionally, historical records and stories from no less than 211 cultures all have flood traditions that seem to point to an ancient, common event of a worldwide deluge and the survivors who rescued humanity and a limited number of animals. The record of research bears out that there is something on Ararat that at least indicates the possibility of the ark’s existence under the ice and snow of the mountain. In 1943 American aviators flying over Ararat photographed the ark site and the photos were published that year in Stars and Stripes. In 1936 a British archeologist named Hardwicke Knight found interlocking timbers at a height of 14,000 feet. Six Turkish soldiers climbed Ararat and claimed to have spotted the ark in 1916. Prince Nouri, the archdeacon of the church of Babylon claimed to have discovered the ark in 1887. Expeditions included:Īn Armenian named Haji Yearam who visited the ark in 1856,Ī British statesman in 1876 named Viscount James Bryce. In the eighteen and nineteen hundreds many expeditions were mounted to locate the ark, with many returning with positive reports and even photographs that seem to depict the structure on the mountainside, mostly covered by ice and snow. In 180 A.D., Theophilus of Antioch wrote of the ark’s remains on Ararat. The ark was written about by the Egyptian, Hieronymus, and Nicolas of Damascus. Josephus, the Jewish historian, wrote about the ark a generation after Christ. For instance:īerosus, the historian of Babylon, wrote in approximately 275 B.C. Boice points to a large number of accounts through many centuries of the ark resting on Turkey’s Mount Ararat, just as the Bible records. My most recent recreational reading is in a commentary by James Montgomery Boice on the book of Genesis. While no conclusive proof has arisen that the wood structure(s) at the 13,000 – 14,000 foot levels are the remains of Noah’s ark, it is interesting that there does seem to be historical evidence for the ark’s survival through the centuries. Some are saying the claim is a hoax, while others point out that the ark has been seen by many explorers. A news story last week claimed that Chinese and Turkish researchers found the remains of Noah’s Ark on Turkey’s Mount Ararat.