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How do we know that progressive sanctification is true?

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Progressive sanctification is not about becoming better, but about the believer's ongoing reliance on God's grace and knowledge.

Progressive sanctification, often misunderstood, does not imply that believers will become increasingly perfect in their own strength. Instead, Scripture emphasizes that true growth involves an ongoing recognition of one's need for Christ and His grace. John 3:6 expresses that 'that which is born of the flesh is flesh, and that which is born of the Spirit is spirit,' indicating that while believers have a new nature, they still contend with the flesh. This pulling towards humility and acceptance of grace is part of God's plan, as believers are to continually seek deeper knowledge of the Lord and rely on His strength, recognizing their complete dependence upon Him.
Scripture References: John 3:6, Philippians 1:6, 2 Peter 1:5-7, Hosea 6:3

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Growth in Grace
Henry Sant · Feb 27, 2020

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Hosea 6:3
Octavius Winslow · Jun 11, 2016
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