Questions and Answers
What is a characteristic of those who are sanctified according to 2 Peter 1:5-10?
Which of the following best describes the concept of progressive sanctification?
According to the passages discussed, which element is linked with walking by the Spirit?
Which biblical passage highlights the need for God to sanctify us completely?
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What is the ultimate goal of perfected sanctification as mentioned in the content?
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What does justification involve in relation to God's plan?
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What is the significance of the term 'kodesh' in the context of sanctification?
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What does Piper identify as a barrier to becoming holy?
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Which aspect of sanctification focuses on our identity in Christ?
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How does progressive sanctification differ from positional sanctification?
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Which biblical reference relates to the concept of ongoing spiritual cleansing?
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What dual meaning does the language of 'to wash' convey in the context of sanctification?
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Why can God command His people to be holy?
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Study Notes
Justification
- Justification refers to being reconciled and declared righteous by God through Christ.
- Believers are viewed by God through the lens of Christ's righteousness.
- Ephesians 4:22 emphasizes the need to discard the old self and embrace a new identity in Christ.
- Justification grants a new position and relationship with God, freeing individuals from condemnation under the Law.
- Sin's condemning power is canceled through Christ's redemptive work.
Sanctification
- Sanctification is the process of reflecting God’s holiness and being set apart for divine purposes.
- The call to holiness is rooted in Leviticus, with God commanding His people to "Be holy, as I am holy."
- The Hebrew term for holiness, qōdeš (קֹדֶשׁ), implies being "set apart" or "separate."
- In the New Testament, the Greek word hagios (ἅγιος) refers to saints or the holy ones, while hagiazo (ἁγιάζω) denotes the action of making holy.
- Key biblical references for sanctification include 1 Corinthians 1:2 and 1 Thessalonians 4:3-4.
- Barriers to holiness include guilt and spiritual deadness according to Piper.
- Sanctification involves the internal condition of the heart rather than merely external behavior.
Aspects of Sanctification
- Positional Sanctification: Believers' status in Christ as declared holy, described in Ephesians 1-3.
- Progressive Sanctification: The continual process of becoming holy through human responsibility and divine sovereignty, elaborated in Ephesians 4-6.
- Foot washing in John 13 illustrates the ongoing need for spiritual cleansing despite positional cleanliness obtained through Christ.
Characteristics of the Sanctified
- Transformation of the mind is emphasized in Romans 12:2.
- Sanctified individuals exhibit attributes like faith, grace, perseverance, and ultimately love, as noted in Romans 5:1-5 and 2 Peter 1:5-10.
- Love is identified as a key characteristic present in both mentioned passages.
Process and Role of the Spirit
- The sanctification journey requires intentional effort to "shed the old man" and embody Christ’s likeness.
- Colossians 3:5 urges believers to subdue bodily desires, while Galatians 5:16-17 highlights walking by the Spirit, influencing and guiding daily decisions.
- Walking by the Spirit involves active obedience and choice.
Review of Sanctification Types
- Positional Sanctification: A one-time legal declaration of holiness by God, with an emphasis on God's work solely.
- Progressive Sanctification: A continual process of internal transformation involving both God and human effort.
- Philippians 1:6 assures believers that complete sanctification will occur at the day of judgment.
- Perfected Sanctification: The ultimate state of being freed from sin and in perfect communion with God in eternity.
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Description
This quiz explores the concepts of justification and sanctification in Christian theology. It highlights the significance of being reconciled with God through Christ's righteousness and the process of reflecting God's holiness. Key biblical references and terms related to these doctrines are also examined.
