From The Heart Radio

1. Definition of Sanctification
  - To set apart as holy or sacred
  - Process of being made holy and free from sin

2. The Necessity of Sanctification
  - God's will for believers (1 Thessalonians 4:3)
  - Essential for useful service in Christ's kingdom (2 Timothy 2:21)

3. The Source of Sanctification
  - God is the author of sanctification (1 Thessalonians 5:23-24)
  - Christ's work on the cross enables sanctification (Hebrews 10:10)

4. The Role of the Holy Spirit
  - The Spirit sanctifies believers (2 Thessalonians 2:13)
  - Uses the Word of God in the sanctification process (John 17:17)

5. Initial Sanctification
  - Occurs at salvation when we are set apart for God
  - Linked to justification and regeneration

6. Progressive Sanctification
  - Ongoing process of growing in holiness
  - Involves putting off the old self and putting on the new (Ephesians 4:22-24)

7. Ultimate Sanctification
  - Completed at glorification when we are made perfectly holy
  - Freedom from the presence of sin (1 John 3:2)

8. Our Responsibility in Sanctification
  - Cooperate with God's work in us (Philippians 2:12-13)
  - Pursue holiness and godliness (2 Corinthians 7:1)

9. Means of Sanctification
  - Scripture study and application (2 Timothy 3:16-17)
  - Prayer and fellowship with God
  - Christian community and accountability

10. The Goal of Sanctification
   - Christlikeness (Romans 8:29)
   - Preparation for eternity with a holy God

Conclusion: Emphasize the importance of actively pursuing sanctification while relying on God's grace and power to transform us.

1. Definition of Justification
  - God's act of declaring sinners righteous through faith in Christ
  - A legal term indicating compliance with God's standard of righteousness

2. The Basis of Justification
  - Not by our works or obedience to the law
  - By faith alone in Christ alone
  - Christ's perfect righteousness imputed to us

3. Justification is by Faith Alone
  - Contrasted with justification by works of the law
  - Faith is the instrument, not the ground of justification
  - We are justified "through faith in Jesus Christ" (Gal 2:16)

4. The Role of Christ's Work
  - His sacrificial death paid the penalty for our sins
  - His perfect life of obedience provides the righteousness we need
  - Both Christ's satisfaction and righteousness are imputed to us

5. Justification Brings Peace with God
  - We are reconciled to God through Christ
  - No longer under God's wrath and condemnation
  - We have access to God as His children

6. Justification Provides Assurance
  - Our right standing before God is secure in Christ
  - We do not need to fear God's judgment
  - "There is now no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus" (Rom 8:1)

7. Justification Leads to Sanctification  
  - True justifying faith inevitably produces good works
  - We are justified by faith alone, but not by a faith that is alone
  - Good works are the fruit, not the root, of justification

8. Justification Glorifies God
  - It highlights God's grace and mercy
  - All the glory goes to God, not our own efforts
  - We boast in Christ alone

9. Justification is Permanent
  - God's declaration of righteousness will never be revoked
  - Our justification is as secure as Christ's righteousness

10. The Goal of Justification
   - Not just forgiveness, but friendship with God
   - Restored relationship and fellowship with our Creator
   - Eternal life in God's presence

Conclusion: Justification by faith alone in Christ alone is the heart of the gospel and the only ground for peace with God. Let us rejoice in this glorious truth!