Podcasts about justification by faith

Paul's treatment of justification by faith was situated within his rebuke of Peter's hypocrisy among the believers at Antioch. Having demonstrated through his table fellowship that uncircumcised and non-observant Gentiles share full and equal status in God's renewed covenant household, Peter then denied that affirmation by withdrawing himself from his Gentile brethren when other Jewish disciples arrived from Jerusalem. Paul confronted him and condemned his hypocrisy, making his case through the truth of justification by faith.

Romans Vol. 1 - Coming Under Grace What kind of faith can stare down impossible circumstances and still trust God? Abraham's example in Romans 4 shows us a faith that hopes, believes, perseveres, and acts on God's promises. Sermon Preached by Chris Lewis on May 31, 2026 Foothill Church exists to glorify God by living as disciples of Jesus who make disciples of Jesus. https://foothill.church  Learn about our For the Sake of His Name 2-Year Discipleship Journey: https://foothill.church/FTSOHN

Romans Vol. 1 - Coming Under Grace People naturally assume salvation works like Santa's list: if we're good enough, God will reward us, but Paul shows in Romans 4 that righteousness has never come through morality, law, or human effort. Instead, salvation is a gift of grace received through faith alone in Christ alone, giving believers the assurance that God's promise depends on His faithfulness, not their performance. Sermon Preached by Chris Lewis on May 24, 2026 Foothill Church exists to glorify God by living as disciples of Jesus who make disciples of Jesus. https://foothill.church  Learn about our For the Sake of His Name 2-Year Discipleship Journey: https://foothill.church/FTSOHN

Grab your Bible and join us as we work through Galatians 3 where the Apostle Paul delivers an argument defending the gospel of justification by faith alone against the influence of Judaizers who insisted that Gentile believers must observe the Mosaic Law to be fully accepted by God. Paul emphasizes that all who are in Christ—Jew or Gentile—are Abraham's true heirs, redeemed from the curse of the Law, and adopted as sons of God. This chapter is pivotal in Paul's letter, as it dismantles legalism and powerfully affirms Christian liberty and unity in the gospel.

Jonathan Lennox reminds us that our justification is through faith alone, not in any works.

Pastor Drew Zylstra preaches from Galatians 2:15-21, “Justification by Faith.” —————————— More from Oostburg CRC Sermons: https://www.firstcrcoostburg.org/sermons Bible Study Resources: https://www.firstcrcoostburg.org/resources Original Music: https://open.spotify.com/album/4P7JbJlHzabPNW8GpdxKcB YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJSouYxM1rwWZ4cYAvTIqVA

Romans Vol. 1 - Coming Under Grace Abraham's life shows us that the Bible is ultimately about God's grace, not simply moral lessons about better behavior. Yet Abraham still serves as an example of obedient faith, trusting God's promises even when they seemed impossible. Sermon Preached by Chris Lewis on May 10, 2026 Foothill Church exists to glorify God by living as disciples of Jesus who make disciples of Jesus. https://foothill.church Learn about our For the Sake of His Name 2-Year Discipleship Journey: https://foothill.church/FTSOHN

The Church rises or falls with this truth.

Join Pastor Jason Van Bemmel from Forest Hill Presbyterian Church for a devotional exposition of Romans chapter 4. In this episode of "Exploring Romans," we look at the examples of Abraham and David to discover the beautiful truth of justification by faith alone. Discover why our salvation rests not in our own works or obedience to the law, but solely on the finished work, perfect righteousness, and victorious resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Why seek justification? Deep down, we yearn for acceptance, to be seen and loved for who we are, not what we've done or failed to do.

The Galatian epistle provides one of Paul's explicit treatments of the issue of justification by faith, but all too often his treatment there is effectively divorced from the historical circumstance within which it is situated. And where this occurs, this doctrine is understood from a perspective and set of concerns that are different from Paul's. This message examines justification by faith as it was Paul's answer to the issue of Jew-Gentile distinction in the messianic community - the issue that Peter's separation from the Gentile brethren at Antioch helped put in the spotlight.

All humanity lives under the curse of sin because no one can perfectly obey God's law. But on the cross, Jesus became a curse for us so that through faith in Him we might be redeemed and brought into God's blessing. Sermon Preached by Chris Lewis on April 3, 2026 Foothill Church exists to glorify God by living as disciples of Jesus who make disciples of Jesus. https://foothill.church Learn about our For the Sake of His Name 2-Year Discipleship Journey: https://foothill.church/FTSOHN

Romans Vol. 1 - Coming Under Grace Paul confronts the deeply ingrained belief that we must contribute to our salvation by showing through Abraham and David that no one is justified by works but only by God's grace through faith. Both the righteous and the broken are saved by trusting in Christ, whose righteousness is credited to us and whose grace removes our sin. Sermon Preached by Chris Lewis on March 29, 2026 Foothill Church exists to glorify God by living as disciples of Jesus who make disciples of Jesus. https://foothill.church Learn about our For the Sake of His Name 2-Year Discipleship Journey: https://foothill.church/FTSOHN

Death haunts everything — every joy, every marriage, every birth. But Pastor Jim Osman opens this exposition of 2 Timothy 1:8–11 with a declaration that cuts through every shadow: death has died.Writing from prison and facing his own execution, Paul calls Timothy to suffer for the gospel rather than retreat from it. His case rests on the gospel itself — a gospel dense with grace from eternity past to eternity future. God granted believers a saving, calling, and predestining grace before the foundation of the world. And He provided a Savior who, through His own death, abolished death and brought life and immortality to light.Christ didn't remove death from existence — He rendered it powerless. The fear that once held humanity in lifelong bondage — the uncertainty, the guilt, the dread of standing before a holy God — has been stripped away. In its place stands the certain hope of resurrection and the unshakeable promise of no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.The gospel is worthy of suffering for. And one day, death itself will be swallowed up in victory. ★ Support this podcast ★

Romans Vol. 1 - Coming Under Grace Romans 3:29–31 declares that there is one God and one way to be made right with Him through faith in Jesus, opening the door of salvation to anyone while leaving no room for boasting. Rather than setting aside God's law, the gospel fulfills it completely as Jesus satisfies its demands, bears its penalty, and gives His righteousness to all who believe. Sermon Preached by Chris Lewis on March 22, 2026 Foothill Church exists to glorify God by living as disciples of Jesus who make disciples of Jesus. https://foothill.church Learn about our For the Sake of His Name 2-Year Discipleship Journey: https://foothill.church/FTSOHN

What does it look like when law overrides grace? In Lesson 21 of the Christian Ethics series, Dave Rich identifies a class of ethical errors he calls "rigorism" — a broad category of views that elevate obedience to law above its proper biblical place, sometimes to the point of outright heresy.Rich walks through four distinct expressions of this error. Pelagianism, the most extreme, denies grace entirely, insisting that human beings are inherently capable of meeting God's standard on their own — a direct assault on the gospel. Legalism, defined narrowly here, adds works as a condition for justification, making it equally damning. Moralism stops short of heresy but displaces the gospel from its rightful center, making ethical obedience the heart of the Christian faith rather than union with Christ. And fundamentalism, rightly understood in its historical roots, can drift into boundary-making for its own sake — creating rules where Scripture gives none.Throughout, Rich keeps the gospel firmly in view. Obedience is real, required, and pleasing to God — but only in those who are already justified by grace through faith in Christ alone. The righteous deeds of a believer are not filthy rags. They matter. They please God. But they are the fruit of union with Christ, never the ground of standing before him.A clarifying and gospel-anchored lesson for anyone who wants to think carefully about how Christians relate to the law. ★ Support this podcast ★

Romans 4:16-25

If Abraham and David both have no standing before God because of their rock star religious status, maybe justification by faith really is good news.

Romans Vol. 1 - Coming Under Grace Romans 3:27–28 teaches that because salvation is entirely by God's grace through faith in Christ, all human boasting is excluded. We contribute nothing that earns our salvation since it is a gift of God, and the faith that receives this gift produces a changed life that bears fruit. Sermon Preached by Chris Lewis on March 15, 2026 Foothill Church exists to glorify God by living as disciples of Jesus who make disciples of Jesus. https://foothill.church Learn about our For the Sake of His Name 2-Year Discipleship Journey: https://foothill.church/FTSOHN

This sermon was preached by Derek Overstreet on March, 15th, 2026.

Introduction: "Do not go where it is all fine music and grand talk and beautiful architecture—those things will neither fill anybody's stomach, nor feed his soul. Go where the Gospel is preached, the Gospel that really feeds your soul, and go often!" The gospel of justification by faith humbles sinners, unites peoples, and establishes a life of grateful obedience. Summary: where we're at in Romans and where we're going in this passage. Relevance Bridge: What does this have to do with me? THE GOSPEL SILENCES BOASTING THE GOSPEL CREATES ONE PEOPLE THE GOSPEL ESTABLISHES OBEDIENCE

Romans 4:9-15

Because justification comes by grace through faith and not works, we can give up our attempt to earn favor and compare ourselves to others.

Romans 4:1-5, 13-17

Has “grace” lost its wonder?In this episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef challenges the modern misconceptions that have watered grace down into mere politeness—or made it unnecessary in an age of self-sufficiency and “rights.” The Truth is far more stunning: we are sinners who could never earn our way back to God. Only Jesus' sacrifice on the cross and His righteousness credited to us can justify us before the Father (see John 3:16).Dr. Youssef then brings this Gospel reality into your everyday battles. When trials hit, anxiety rises, or temptation threatens your fellowship with God, grace becomes more than a doctrine—it becomes your lifeline. Through prayer, God steadies you with peace and security, goes before you into life's battles, and provides victory that doesn't come from your strength, but from His.If you're facing pressure, fear, or exhaustion, this devotional will lift your eyes to the promise you can cling to today: God's grace is sufficient—and His power is revealed in your weakness.Scripture Focus: Psalm 20:7 The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Romans 4:1-8

Romans 3:21-31

Join John Carter as he explores the true gospel of Christ and the dangers of sinless perfectionism. Drawing from scripture and personal anecdotes, he emphasizes that sinless perfectionism is a delusion that can lead to Pharisaism and drive people away from the church. Instead, he advocates for a faith grounded in the commandments of God and the grace of Christ. Discover how the Gospel supports the law and offers hope to believers.

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Can you be “just Christian” and still wear a team jersey? In this episode, Cloud of Witnesses team members Jeremy Jeremiah, Mario Andrew, and James St Simon sit down to react to a Reformed Protestant defense of labels, movements, and sola scriptura, and then press into the deeper questions underneath it all: unity, authority, and what it really means to be catholic in the sense of a complete, historic faith.We explore how “no labels” talk can hide real discomfort with fragmentation, and ask whether you can credibly claim two thousand years of Christian heritage while setting aside the worship, sacramental life, and conciliar teaching that actually shaped that heritage. Along the way, we test modern Protestant confessions against the early Church and ask whether you can quote the Fathers without also receiving the churchly life they inhabited.In this conversation we dig into:• The pull of “no labels” Christianity and the problem of theological tribes• What it means to be catholic as complete, not just universal• How liturgy, sacraments, and councils tether us to the early Church• Sola scriptura versus Scripture within a living Tradition and teaching authority• The danger of cherry picking Augustine, Chrysostom, and others to fit our systems• Justification as declared righteous versus actually being made righteous by grace• Why the New Testament insists that works and real transformation are necessary• Assurance, baptism, and whether a believer can truly fall awayAt the heart of the episode is the engine of the Reformation: sola scriptura. Our Protestant friends call Scripture “the norm that norms other norms.” We ask what that looks like on the ground, where every believer can become their own referee and the result is endless splintering. Against that, we explore a vision of Scripture inside the Church, where the Bible is read, preached, and lived within the grammar of historic worship and sacramental life.If you care about what unites Christians across the centuries, how faith moves from theory into a way of life, and whether the Fathers can really be claimed without the Church they loved and defended, this episode is for you. Share it with a friend who loves theology, tell us where you land in the comments, and join the Cloud of Witnesses community as we keep wrestling with the faith once delivered to the saints.Questions about Orthodoxy? Please check out our friends at Ghost of Byzantium Discord server: https://discord.gg/JDJDQw6tdhPlease prayerfully consider supporting Cloud of Witnesses Radio: https://www.patreon.com/c/CloudofWitnessesFind Cloud of Witnesses Radio on Instagram, X.com, Facebook, and TikTok.Please leave a comment with your thoughts!

"At the heart of Paul's gospel is one great truth: our justification by faith rests on our union with Christ.In Galatians 2:20–21, Paul reveals the foundation beneath his uncompromising defense of justification by faith alone. Why does he refuse to yield an inch to any teaching that adds works to faith? Because such teaching undermines the very heart of salvation—our union with Christ.In this sermon, we explore how every aspect of the Christian life flows from this glorious union:We are justified because we are united to the Righteous One.We are sanctified because Christ lives in us by His Spirit.We are adopted because we share in the Son's own relationship with the Father.We will be raised because we are joined to the risen Lord.For Paul, Christ is salvation. To add works to faith is not merely to misunderstand justification—it is to deny the sufficiency of Christ Himself. If righteousness could come by the law, then Christ died for nothing.May this message deepen your love for Christ, strengthen your assurance in His finished work, and help you see that the life of faith is nothing less than the life of Christ in you.

"The law was never meant to be a ladder to heaven—it was always meant to drive us to Christ.In this sermon, we look at one of the most important theological controversies in the first-century church: the question of the ceremonial law and its relationship to justification by faith. The Judaizers claimed that Gentiles must keep the law of Moses—especially circumcision—to be saved. But Paul rebuked this view sharply, showing that to rebuild what Christ has torn down is to make oneself a transgressor.We'll explore how Paul's words in Galatians 2:17–21 reveal the true purpose of the law: to expose sin and lead us to the only source of righteousness—Jesus Christ. We'll also address modern distortions, such as the New Perspective on Paul (NPP), which narrows “works of the law” to ceremonial works and thus weakens the gospel of grace. But Paul's teaching is clear: no works—ceremonial or otherwise—can justify sinners before a holy God.This message shows why every attempt to add human effort to the work of Christ—whether through ceremonies, moralism, or modern reinterpretations—undermines the very gospel it seeks to defend. The law kills, but Christ gives life. The law shows our sin, but Christ is our righteousness.

The guilty can never declare themself to be innocent. Only the Innocent Savior can.

Find the accompanying PowerPointHere. Romans 4 - Justification by Faith Exemplified in Abraham, by Donnie V. Rader. 11/23/2025 Sunday PM Sermon.

Romans Vol. 1 - Coming Under GraceWe tend to assume we're innocent before God, confident that our good works or moral efforts will tip the scales in our favor, but Paul shows that the law only exposes our failure to meet God's perfect standard. When every excuse is stripped away and every mouth is stopped, the only hope we have is not our own righteousness but the righteousness of Christ.Sermon Preached by Chris Lewis on November 23, 2025Foothill Church exists to glorify God by living as disciples of Jesus who make disciples of Jesus.https://foothill.churchLearn about our For the Sake of His Name 2-Year Discipleship Journey:https://foothill.church/FTSOHN

"Has the doctrine of justification by faith alone really been the faith of the church in every age—or was it invented at the Reformation?In Galatians 2:15–16, Paul declares that “a person is not justified by works of the law but through faith in Jesus Christ.” Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox critics often claim that the Reformation view of justification is a late, novel interpretation. But the testimony of Scripture and church history shows otherwise.In this sermon, we explore:The Perspicuity of Scripture – why Paul's teaching on justification is clear and authoritativeThe Early Church Fathers – Clement, Justin Martyr, Irenaeus, Origen, Chrysostom, Basil, Ambrosiaster, and others who spoke of justification by faith aloneAugustine & the Medieval Witnesses – how even in the Middle Ages, voices like Anselm, Bernard, and Wycliffe upheld the truth that salvation is wholly of graceThe Reformation – not a new doctrine, but a return to the biblical and historic gospelFrom Adam to Abraham, from Paul to the Reformers, from the fathers to faithful believers in every century, the church has always confessed the same truth:We are justified by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone, to the glory of God alone.#JustificationByFaith #FaithAlone #SolaFide #Galatians #ChurchHistory #ReformedTheology #GospelTruth #ChristAlone #GraceAlone"

The Ark Fellowship Cypress, Texas Lead Pastor: Dr. Angela Okotie-Eboh

The Ark Fellowship Cypress, Texas Lead Pastor: Dr. Angela Okotie-Eboh

"Is justification by faith really taught throughout the whole Bible—or is it just a “Pauline doctrine”? In Galatians 2:15–16, Paul insists that “we who are Jews know that a person is not justified by works of the law but through faith in Jesus Christ.” Why does he assume that every faithful Jew already knew this truth? Because the Old Testament itself proclaimed it.In this sermon, we explore the historical witness to justification by faith:Why justification by faith is the only way God's justice can be upheldHow Psalm 143:2 shows that no one can be justified by works before GodWhy the sacrificial system and atonement point to salvation by grace, not meritHow Abraham, David, Habakkuk, and the Prophets all taught justification by faithWhy Christ himself is called “The Lord our Righteousness” (Jer. 23:6)From Genesis to the Prophets, from the Psalms to the Gospel, the entire Bible proclaims the same message: no one can be declared righteous by works of the law. Our only hope is Christ, whose perfect righteousness is freely imputed to us through faith alone.This is the gospel Paul defended with all his strength—the same gospel proclaimed by Moses, David, Isaiah, Jeremiah, and fulfilled in Christ.#JustificationByFaith #FaithAlone #Galatians #OldTestament #Messiah #ReformedTheology #ChristAlone #GraceAlone #SolaFide #GospelTruth"

Romans Vol. 1 - Coming Under GracePaul shows that people naturally make excuses to avoid taking responsibility for sin, shifting blame or rationalizing wrongdoing to protect their self-image and justify their actions. In Romans 3:3–8, he dismantles these arguments, revealing that no excuse can exempt anyone from guilt—and that our only hope for forgiveness and salvation is found through faith in Jesus Christ.Sermon Preached by Chris Lewis on November 9, 2025Foothill Church exists to glorify God by living as disciples of Jesus who make disciples of Jesus.https://foothill.churchLearn about our For the Sake of His Name 2-Year Discipleship Journey:https://foothill.church/FTSOHN

"Does the Bible contradict itself on justification? Paul says in Galatians 2:16 that we are justified by faith and not by works. But James 2:24 says that a person is justified by works and not by faith alone. How are we to understand this apparent tension?In this sermon, we walk carefully through both passages to show that Scripture speaks with one clear voice. Paul is teaching how a sinner is declared righteous before God—through the righteousness of Christ received by faith alone. James is addressing the nature of true, saving faith—faith that always produces good works.Together, these truths show us:Why Paul rebuked Peter for walking contrary to justification by faith aloneHow James distinguishes between dead faith and living faithWhy true faith always leads to sanctification and good worksHow works function as the evidence of justification, not the ground of itWhy both Paul and James ultimately proclaim the same gospelThe Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox objections often claim that the Bible is unclear on justification and requires church tradition to interpret. But Paul insists his words are clear and binding—and to distort them is to lose the gospel itself.Brothers and sisters, justification by faith alone is not just a Reformation slogan. It is the good news of the Bible: Christ alone is our righteousness, received by faith alone, a faith that is never alone.#JustificationByFaith #FaithAlone #Galatians #James2 #ReformedTheology #ChristAlone #GraceAlone #SolaFide #GospelTruth #BiblicalPreaching"

"At the very heart of the gospel is the doctrine of justification by faith. In Galatians 2:15–16, Paul makes one of the clearest declarations in all of Scripture:“A man is not justified by works of the law but through faith in Jesus Christ.”This truth is not a side issue—it is the foundation of salvation itself. Paul repeats it three times in one verse so that we cannot miss it: no one is justified by works, but only by faith in Christ.In this sermon, we explore:What justification really means (a legal declaration of righteousness)Why no amount of works can satisfy God's justiceHow Christ's perfect righteousness is imputed to us by faithWhy faith alone—apart from works—is the only way to be savedHow this doctrine has been attacked in every generation, from Paul's day to the Reformation to nowJustification by faith is not a theological abstraction. It is your only hope when you stand before the judgment seat of God. Either you stand clothed in your own righteousness—which cannot save—or in the perfect righteousness of Christ, freely given to all who believe.Brothers and sisters, this is the gospel: forsake all trust in yourself and cast yourself wholly upon Christ. In Him alone there is pardon, life, and eternal hope.#JustificationByFaith #FaithAlone #GospelTruth #Galatians #ReformedTheology #BiblicalPreaching #ChristAlone #GraceAlone #christianfaith"

Jim Osman examines four Reformation gospel truths essential for understanding God's glorious grace in Ephesians 2:1-10. These biblical truths expose the fundamental divide between Protestant and Catholic theology. First, man is spiritually dead in trespasses and sins, enslaved to the world, Satan, and fleshly lusts, unable to please God or work toward salvation. Second, God demonstrates His rich mercy by making spiritually dead sinners alive in Christ through sovereign grace. Third, salvation comes by grace alone through faith alone, not by works, leaving no room for human boasting. Fourth, good works follow salvation as evidence, not as a means of earning favor with God. ★ Support this podcast ★

How can educators help students stop fearing their sins and start trusting Christ? In this episode, Professor Stephan Taeger discusses his article “Declared Guiltless: Justification by Faith in the Latter-day Saint Classroom.” He explores how teaching justification by faith can transform our classrooms. Addressing both guilt-ridden and morally indifferent students, he clarifies the doctrine using scripture, prophetic teachings, and scholarly insights. Taeger explains how understanding grace and justification fosters peace, inspires obedience, and strengthens discipleship. He offers practical teaching models that help students internalize their justified state and live with hope, love, and purpose. This episode empowers gospel educators to teach grace with clarity and conviction.   Publications: “Declared Guiltless: Justification by Faith in the Latter-day Saint Classroom,” Religious Educator, 25.2, 2024 Joseph Smith as a Visionary: Heavenly Manifestations in the Latter Days, Religious Studies Center, 2025 “By Our Own Transgressions: Understanding God's Punishment,” in This Great and Lasting War: Studies in Alma 45–63, Religious Studies Center, 2025 “The Word Made Flesh: Teaching the Gospel Concretely,” Religious Educator, 18.1, 2017 “Using Elements of Narrative to Engage Students,” Religious Educator, 16.3, 2015   Click here to learn more about Stephan Taeger

Responding to Bishop Robert Barron's interpretation of Paul and James, Michael Horton, Bob Hiller, Walter Strickland, and Justin Holcomb walk through the biblical case for justification as a forensic, declarative act. The hosts contrast the Roman Catholic view of infused righteousness with the Protestant emphasis on imputed righteousness. FREE BOOKLET—the four key differences that still divide Protestants and Roman Catholics: https://solamedia.org/offers/whatstilldividesus/ FOLLOW US YouTube | Instagram | X/Twitter | Facebook | Newsletter WHO WE ARE Sola is home to White Horse Inn, Core Christianity, Modern Reformation, and Theo Global. Our mission is to serve today's global church by producing resources for reformation grounded in the historic Christian faith. Our vision is to see reformation in hearts, homes, and churches around the world. Learn more: https://solamedia.org/