Justification on SermonAudio

Why does faith alone matter when it comes to God, when it comes to being in a saving relationship with him? Why is it not enough that we simply obey God? Why won't that work? Why are Protestants so dogmatic that salvation can only be by faith alone in Christ alone? Why were the Reformers so dogmatic about this? Listen and find out.

"But to him who does not work, but believes on Him who justifies the ungodly, his faith is accounted for righteousness." (Romans 4:5, NKJV)

Taking an in depth look at the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church

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This sermon addresses the danger of legalism, described as the 'ditch on the right' that Christians must avoid while pursuing a life of obedience to God's commandments. The central argument is that legalism arises from a false theological separation between salvation and sanctification, treating the Christian life as a two-stage process rather than an organic outgrowth of the Gospel. By relying on self-generated righteousness and man-made rules instead of the sustaining grace of Christ, believers risk becoming disconnected from the Head of the Church. The message emphasizes that true obedience flows naturally from a heart transformed by God's love and the work of the Holy Spirit, rather than from a desire to earn favor or maintain self-righteousness. Listeners are urged to remain rooted in the assurance of justification and adoption, allowing the law to function as a rule of gratitude rather than a burden of performance.

Part 2: Grow in grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Pastor Jeremiah Gabbard / Romans 2:29,3:1

This sermon was preached on October 18, 2026 at Antioch Presbyterian Church, a congregation of Calvary Presbytery of the Presbyterian Church in America located in Woodruff, South Carolina. Dr. Joseph A. Pipa, Jr. preached this sermon entitled "The Challenge" on Romans 8:31-34a. For more information about Antioch Presbyterian Church, please visit ⁠antiochpca.com⁠ or contact us at ⁠⁠⁠[email protected].

This sermon explores the doctrine of Solus Christus (Christ Alone), arguing that salvation is found exclusively in Jesus Christ and His redemptive work, with nothing added or taken away. The central message emphasizes that Christ is the only sufficient Savior because He is both truly divine and truly human, possessing the necessary attributes to satisfy God's justice and holiness. The exposition details how Christ's sinless life and substitutionary death on the cross serve as the propitiation for sin, appeasing God's wrath and imputing righteousness to believers. The preacher contrasts this biblical truth with distortions found in Roman Catholicism and modern evangelicalism that add human works or institutions to the gospel. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a faith that rests solely in the finished work of Christ, rather than in human wisdom or persuasive speech.

We have spoken of the reality of the Love of God. We have been reminded that the eternal redemption accomplished by the work and person of Jesus were always the plan of God. This redemption is NOT an afterthought, it is the purpose of God accomplished in the fullness of time. He has chosen us before the foundations of the world, called us with an effectual calling which at the instant of its working made us alive through regeneration… with that regenerating work of the Holy Spirit God also imparts to us faith and makes us repent… This is not a partial thing, it is a soul transforming, mind renewing, desire imparting reality that alters every single part of who and what we are… and it is ours because of Christ Jesus and His finished work for the redemption of His own bride!