In this episode, we dive deep into a foundationalLutheran concept that changes how we understand our relationship with God and our neighbors: Two Kinds of Righteousness.

Ever wondered if non-Christians can do "good" in the world? Or struggled with whether your good works matterfor salvation? This conversation explores the radical difference between our passive righteousness before God (Coram Deo) and our active righteousness before the world (Coram Mundo).

0:00 - Introduction and Welcome

2:30 - What is Two Kinds of Righteousness?

5:45 - Visual Explanation: Vertical vs. HorizontalRelationships

8:15 - Derek's Decision-Making Process

11:20 - Passive Righteousness Before God (Coram Deo)

15:30 - The Transparency of Christ Imagery

18:45 - Why It's 100% Passive (Not 99% + 1%)

22:10 - Active Righteousness Before the World (Coram Mundo)

25:20 - Loving Your Neighbor As Yourself

28:00 - Can Christians and Non-Christians Serve Together?

31:15 - The "Christian Business" Discussion

34:30 - Does Active Righteousness Affect Salvation?

37:20 - Sanctification and God's Work in Us

40:45 - The Third Kind of Righteousness Debate

48:20 - Praying to Vote for Your Neighbor's Good

51:00 - Finding Freedom in Secure Salvation

53:30 - Closing Thoughts and Next Week Preview

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