Wednesday, May 10, 2006
Imputation
"Our (the believer's) new status in God's eyes is not based on any actual condition of righteousness in us but on Christ's imputed righteousness that God considers ours. Because imputation does not infuse us with righteousness, our internal character is unchanged by imputation. Imputation refers only to God's crediting Christ's righteousness to our account, not our acquiring righteousness in our nature. That righteous character is developed over time through spiritual growth reulsting from the sanctification process."
- Dr. Rick Cornish, "5 Minute Theologian"
It seems common for people to "get saved" and not feel any different. The above statement gives some perspective.
When God brought me to the point of decision and gave me the faith to believe, He "connected the power." Salvation/justification is a one time occurance. But learning how to use the power is my responsibility. Though God puts a desire in each of us to know Him and follow (Philippians 2:13), we still need to make effort. Sanctification is the ongoing pursuit of personal righteousness through personal communion with God. It doesn't come as standard equipment ... it's an option.
- Dr. Rick Cornish, "5 Minute Theologian"
It seems common for people to "get saved" and not feel any different. The above statement gives some perspective.
When God brought me to the point of decision and gave me the faith to believe, He "connected the power." Salvation/justification is a one time occurance. But learning how to use the power is my responsibility. Though God puts a desire in each of us to know Him and follow (Philippians 2:13), we still need to make effort. Sanctification is the ongoing pursuit of personal righteousness through personal communion with God. It doesn't come as standard equipment ... it's an option.
# posted by jono : 9:33 AM
