In his sermon "One in One," Clay Curtis addresses the doctrine of salvation by grace versus works, particularly emphasizing the inadequacy of the law in light of God’s covenant of grace. He argues that while many people understand the sinfulness of actions such as stealing and murder, they often fail to recognize that even their best works fall short of God's glory, as expressed in Isaiah 64:6. Curtis references Galatians 3:19-20, where Paul illustrates the law's role as a temporary measure "added because of transgressions," ultimately culminating in Christ's fulfillment of the promise made to Abraham (Galatians 3:16). The sermon highlights the importance of understanding salvation as a gift based solely on God's promise and Christ's completed work, rather than on human effort or adherence to the law, thereby affirming key Reformed doctrines such as unconditional election and justification by faith alone.
“All our righteousnesses are filthy rags. This is what men don't understand.”
“Salvation by promise is far superior than salvation by law.”
“God wouldn’t even let them come near him when he gave the law... Moses was not a mediator to reconcile them; he was a mediator to declare no sinner can come to holy God.”
“Christ is a mediator who makes his people one.”
The Bible teaches that salvation is a gift from God, not something earned by our works or adherence to the law.
Ephesians 2:8-9, Galatians 3:19-20
God's covenant promise is true because it is rooted in His character and confirmed through Christ's redemptive work.
Galatians 3:17, Ephesians 1:4-5
Understanding our sinfulness helps Christians appreciate the necessity of God's grace and the work of Christ.
Romans 3:23, Isaiah 64:6
Being one in Christ signifies that believers are united with Him and together as one body in faith.
Ephesians 4:4-6, John 17:20-21
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