(Episode #19): We are Sanctified Completely Now

In this podcast summary, we're diving into the Book of Galatians, which is all about finding freedom in Jesus. It was originally written to a church in Turkey (formerly known as Galatia), and it's like a comic book adventure where some folks messed with the good news about Jesus. The author, Paul, was seriously upset and went all out to explain why the real deal is all about Jesus and His grace. The point is, a lot of churches today get mixed up with legalistic stuff, and it's confusing. So, the podcast suggests we should all check what we hear against the Bible to know what's true and what's not. Galatians 1:3-4 kicks it off, talking about grace and peace – the go-to solution for all church problems. It's not just a greeting; it's a reminder that grace and peace come from God, no matter what's going on. And it's this grace that helps us live a victorious life, not just muddling through.

Paul also gets into how some people quickly ditched the real gospel for a different one that added rules and stuff to Jesus. It's like human nature, right? We often want to do something to earn God's favor, but the gospel says we just need to believe. Paul was pretty amazed that the Galatians fell for it so fast. He explains how these folks are trying to mess with the gospel of Christ, and he's not having it. He believes the true gospel is all about resting in what Jesus did for us, not piling on more rules or rituals. So, the podcast challenges us to be careful and not fall for legalism, which can sneak into our churches. It's all about trusting Jesus, not what we can do.

In this podcast episode, the speaker explores the concept of sanctification, emphasizing that it involves being set apart by God for a specific purpose rather than merely perfect behavior. They discuss the distinction between spiritual and physical realities, highlighting that while believers are already sanctified in the spirit, their behavior is a work in progress. The speaker references various Bible verses to support their points, stressing that understanding one's sanctification can influence their actions. They also address the misconception that external behavior defines a person's sanctification and encourage focusing on the spiritual reality of being sanctified in Christ. Ultimately, the podcast emphasizes the importance of recognizing and embracing one's sanctification in Christ Jesus.

In this down-to-earth episode, the speaker  delves into the topic of keeping the law and the challenges it poses. They acknowledge that their previous stance might have ruffled a few feathers and decide to entertain the idea of keeping all 613 laws. They question how many people are genuinely keeping the law in its entirety, pointing out that most people cherry-pick the laws they want to follow while ignoring others. The speaker quotes James 2:10 to emphasize that stumbling in one law means being guilty of breaking all of them. They also challenge the division between ceremonial and moral laws, asserting that the New Testament treats the entire law as a single entity. Additionally, they reference 2 Corinthians 3:7 to connect the law with the ministry of death and underscore the impracticality of keeping all 613 laws. The episode encourages a reevaluation of one's stance on the law and promotes the significance of grace and faith in Christ over attempting to fulfill the law.

This passage from Romans 4:16-21 emphasizes the importance of faith and grace in securing God's promises, drawing inspiration from Abraham's unwavering belief despite seemingly impossible circumstances. It encourages believers to trust in God's truth's in scriptures about our righteousness, justification, sanctification, even when external appearances may contradict the inner truth, with the assurance that what God has promised, He will fulfill.

In this episode of the Prince John podcast, we explore the profound depths of the Gospel in Part Three of our series. Beyond the well-known concept of Christ's sacrifice for our sins, we uncover the remarkable truth of our union at the cross. Starting from Adam and Eve's fall from grace, we learn how God's love and wisdom used death as a means to save humanity. Through our union with Christ, we were not only forgiven but also set free. Two pivotal events occurred: we were released from the law's demands and liberated from sin's dominion. This episode sheds light on the transformative power of the cross and invites listeners to consider themselves dead to sin but alive to God in Christ Jesus, ushering in a divine generation of new creation.