Paul’s argument is definitive—to get justification wrong is to get the gospel wrong, to get Christ wrong, and to live perpetually in slavery until the Spirit of God intervenes to provide spiritual clarity and direction.
Theology
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Economic models and policies are built on assumptions about the existence and providence of God, the purpose and goodness of creation, the nature and purpose of humankind, the reality of sin, the dignity of work and private property, the role of government, the direction of history, and how to effectively care for the poor. Each of these categories are deeply theological.
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The doctrine of purgatory is antithetical to the biblical teaching on justification by faith alone apart from works.
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Christians have a personal relationship with God, which means they have a relationship with the Holy Spirit.