Christianity loses its scriptural fidelity and internal power when it no longer affirms both sola fide and the necessity of obedience.
Kevin DeYoungFlattery is saying something nice in order to help yourself. Encouragement is saying something true in order help someone else.
Kevin DeYoungGrace does not lead us to overlook obedience. Grace compels and empowers us for obedience.
Kevin DeYoung