In this message from our Fundamentals series, Pastor Josh teaches on sanctification: the ongoing work of the Holy Spirit that progressively forms believers into the likeness of Christ and frees us from the power of sin.

While justification frees us from the penalty and guilt of sin, sanctification is how God continues transforming us over time. It is slow, intentional, and often painful, but always shaped by grace. We do not grow by striving to earn God’s love, but by abiding in Christ, surrendering daily, confessing sin honestly, and remembering who we are in Him.

Sanctification is not behavior management. It is Spirit-led formation flowing from justification.

In this message from our Fundamentals series, Pastor Josh teaches on the doctrine of justification: the good news that though every person stands guilty under God’s law, Jesus fulfilled the law on our behalf, bore the punishment for our sin, and gives His righteousness to all who believe.

Justification is not something we earn through performance, striving, or religious effort. It is received by faith in Christ. Because of Jesus, believers are acquitted, adopted into God’s family, transformed by grace, and assured of their future hope.

The verdict over every believer in Christ is clear: not guilty.

Fundamentals: The Basics of Formation