Wednesday, January 31, 2024

 The source of confusion stems from the varying interpretations of salvation, which are influenced by our individual understandings of free will. The abundance of divergent perspectives has muddled the concepts of faith and works, resulting from our aversion towards comprehensive theological frameworks. As stated in the proverb, "Lack of knowledge leads to destruction," our contemporary era has established a paradigm that seeks to reconcile various theological viewpoints in order to comprehend the entirety of God's counsel, particularly in relation to the study of Theology and anthropology.Without delving into the entirety of theological concepts surrounding salvation, we are left to form our own perspectives on what constitutes a person who is saved. It is natural for us to place our trust in humanity. When examining the interplay between Calvinism and Arminianism, our inclination is to magnify human pride and emphasize human capabilities. We tend to believe that consequences solely arise from our external actions, disregarding the fact that faith encompasses a spiritual realm of underlying assumptions and outcomes, as all causes have effects, not just the visible ones. We perceive this particular verse to always hold relevance as long as it aligns with the interpretation and comprehension of the rest of scripture. It is not a life philosophy aimed at proving our ability to convince others of our salvation, for humans tend to prioritize outward appearances, whereas God scrutinizes the intentions of the heart. Alternatively, we can assert that God perceives all causes and effects and adjudicates the resulting repercussions accordingly.The true source of righteousness lies in being justified through Christ, whereby we are deemed righteous and bestowed with His righteousness, thereby attaining complete righteousness in the eyes of others. This verse does not advocate for adherence to legalistic principles or the judgment of others based on such principles. Rather, it urges us to embrace the mystical union with Christ, following the prescribed means to align the causes and effects of our actions with our standing in Him. By recognizing that those who live solely by the law are bound by its consequences, we acknowledge that Christ has fulfilled the requirements of the law.

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