The Ground of Justification

Righteousness on SermonAudio · Nov 11, 2026 · 1h 4m

This sermon explores the theological distinction between justification and sanctification, emphasizing that justification is a legal declaration of righteousness based solely on Christ's imputed righteousness rather than infused righteousness or human works. Drawing from the 1689 London Baptist Confession of Faith and Romans 5:1, the teaching clarifies that saving faith is the instrument of justification, defined by resting on Christ alone, while repentance and obedience are the necessary fruits of sanctification produced by the Holy Spirit. The discussion addresses the danger of blurring…