The Bible is not just to be read for knowledge, but also to be obeyed (James 1:22). Jerry Bridges relates some personal experiences in “the pursuit of holiness.” From an understanding that we must not just be hearers, but also doers of the Word, we should seek to apply what we read. But Bridges lays out two common mistakes in this pursuit.
1) People may view the Bible as a rulebook and thus one must learn the rules and obey them. This ignores the need for dependence on the Spirit.
2) People may view God’s acceptance and blessing as dependent on moral conduct. Note that the person may still know that one is saved by grace through faith alone, assured that he will go to heaven, but may still mistaken think that God’s blessing is dependent on discipline in our spiritual lives. This type of thinking shapes our attitude toward Christian living. Read the rest of this entry »
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