BDB Hebrew and English Lexicon of the Old Testament BECNT Baker's Exegetical Commentary on the New Testament ICC International Critical Commentary. IVPDNT The IVP Dictionary of the New Testament PNTC The Pillar New Testament Commentary TDNT The Theological Dictionary of the New Testament NAC New American Commentary. NIDNTTE New International Dictionary of New Testament Theology and Exegesis NIGTC New International Commentary on the Greek Testament.
As a rebellious sinner, selfishly consumed by my own interests, I was drawn to salvation by the gracious promptings of the Holy Spirit. I am thankful for my brothers, Jonathan and Aaron Scott, whom God has used to sharpen my countenance, my passion, and my knowledge of the Word. I am grateful to my brother-in-law, Matthew Von, who through his example encouraged me to kindly lead others to the Savior.
I am grateful, among other things, for the following loyal friends and co-workers who are committed to spreading the gospel in a city. These colleagues have faithfully encouraged me to remain committed to the Word—especially in a culture that is careless about it.
INTRODUCTION
The involvement of the Holy Spirit in this adoption is more specifically discussed in v. Boyd, God of the Possible: A Biblical Introduction to the Open View of God (Grand Rapids: Baker, 2000). The reality of the indwelling Holy Spirit has profound implications for the life of a new covenant believer.
On the contrary, he fights a victorious battle through the safe empowerment of the Holy Spirit. In general, Pentecostalism is known for its primary emphasis on the working of the Holy Spirit in the lives of. Believers are led to believe that they can receive more of the Holy Spirit through Spirit Baptism.
Fourth, the baptism in the Spirit is expected to bring about the subsequent quantitative filling of the Holy Spirit. The full indwelling of the Holy Spirit is not invoked through an event of complete submission after conversion. The topic for the fifth study was the divine opportunity for sanctification found in the empowerment of the Spirit.
Special attention was paid to the interpretation and application of the action of the Holy Spirit in the history of salvation. In addition, through this project I was impressed by the importance of the Holy Spirit's action in gradual sanctification. The presence of the Holy Spirit in the life of a New Testament believer is not temporary or intermittent.
Finally, through this project I learned more about the miracle and expectations of God's grace.
Sanctification: A Progressing Relationship
Theological Concept to Embrace: Our established relationship with God must be a progressive relationship with God. A Theological Concept to Embrace: God's Word is the guide and guardian for a progressive relationship with Him. Theological Concept to Embrace: A genuine/sustained relationship with God will produce spiritual fruit that glorifies God.
Theological concept to embrace: God, who has established a relationship with you, has prepared you for good works.
Holiness: The Defining Factor
Theological concept to embrace: God's plans for His people are always based on His holy nature. Theological concept to embrace: Recognition of the holiness of God should result in genuine humility and lifelong service. Theological Concept to Embrace: Recognizing God's future grace, all believers must strive to live in harmony with His holiness.
Theological Concept to Embrace: Since the Holy God has chosen to be a Father to true believers, all true believers must pursue lives of purity and holiness. Theological concept to embrace: In the end, the fulfillment of God's plan will lead to praise for His holiness.
Justification: The Starting Point
How can you apply today's sermon to your life (in your environment and stage of life). Theological concept to embrace: Justification is graciously provided for all sinners who come to Christ by faith. Theological concept to embrace: Through the love of God expressed in the sacrifice of Christ, justification launches believers into a sanctified life of peace, hope and joy.
Theological Concept to Embrace: Saving grace should naturally lead all of God's people to a sanctified life that is "eager for good works." Theological Concept to Embrace: Justification by grace aims to lead all believers to a sanctified life that is "careful to maintain good works". Theological Concept to Embrace: Christ's suffering and wounds were intended not only for the healing of all true believers, but also to motivate all true believers to live for righteousness—even through suffering.
Position: The Secure Foundation
Theological concept to embrace: True believers are chosen, accepted and blessed, so that they can live out their new identity as God's holy children. Theological Concept to Embrace: Since true believers died positionally with Christ and rose with Christ, they should practically die to the sinful temptations of their flesh. Theological concept to embrace: Since true believers have positionally both put on Christ and put off sin, practically they must both put on Christ's deeds and put off sinful deeds.
Theological Concept to Embrace: Since believers are God's workmanship positionally blessed with new life in Christ, they should practically walk in good works. Theological concept to embrace: Through the struggle of practical sanctification, believers must be encouraged that they have a secure positional foundation in their eternal relationship with God.
Empowerment: The Divine Enablement
Theological Concept to Embrace: Christ promised that the Holy Spirit, the Divine Helper, would come to guide His followers. Theological Concept to Embrace: Through the Holy Spirit, all true believers are regenerated, renewed, and baptized into the body of Christ (see 1 Cor 12:13). Theological Concept to Embrace: The Holy Spirit eternally indwells and empowers virtually every true believer.
Theological concept to embrace: The indwelling Holy Spirit empowers true believers for sanctification battle with the flesh and new life in Christ. Theological concept to embrace: The indwelling Holy Spirit fills. controls/influences) every true believer with the word of God (see Col 3:16) that they may live a praiseworthy life in an evil world.
Growth: The Undeniable Expectation
Theological Concept to Embrace: Because they are complete in Christ, God's people are expected to grow in Him.
Obstructions: The Pesky Hindrances
Battle: The Continual Reality
Theological concept to embrace: Satan (“the wicked one”) will use the ways of the unregenerate world (“the lusts of the flesh, the lusts of the eyes, and the pride of life”) to promote the sanctification of God's people to attack. Theological Concept to Embrace: In sanctification, every believer must continually struggle by continually putting to death the inferior flesh. Theological Concept to Embrace: Because of God's mercy, the struggle of sanctification involves both self-sacrifice and transformation of the mind.
Theological Concept to Embrace: God has provided spiritual battle gear for every true believer who is obediently engaged in the battle for sanctification. 3:5 you should go ahead and put to death (practical) 3:9 Because you clothed yourself (positional).
Glorification: The Assuring Promise
Theological Concept to Embrace: Beyond the suffering of this life, all true children of God will enjoy eternal glorification. Theological Concept to Embrace: While striving for godliness in this present life, all true believers have the hope of a glorious future. Theological concept to embrace: Christ gave his life to purify, sanctify and prepare his church.
Theological concept to be accepted: Christ will transform the bodies of everyone whose citizenship is in heaven. Theological concept to be accepted: God will faithfully preserve all true believers until the return of Christ.
Sanctification in Real Life
UBSS RESULTS
As indicated in this appendix, the post-series survey revealed relevant information regarding the increase in theological understanding and practical determination of the members of the FBCL.
