Logos Live
Logos Live
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In this show, various members of the Logos team interview respected pastors, authors, scholars, and church leaders. This live, cross-denominational show aims to help you to go deeper in your understanding of and joy in the Word.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4i0H1RV
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The show focuses on a variety of theological topics including the Black Voices Collection, Old Testament understanding, and themes of repentance. For instance, episodes explore the significance of diverse theological voices and deep textual analysis of biblical scriptures, with specific episodes featuring discussions on the importance of Black theological perspectives and the transformative nature of repentance as discussed by Tim Miller.

In this show, various members of the Logos team interview respected pastors, authors, scholars, and church leaders. This live, cross-denominational show aims to help you to go deeper in your understanding of and joy in the Word.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4i0H1RV
How is a person made right with a holy God? Join Kirk E. Miller and New Testament scholar Stephen Westerholm for an in-depth discussion on the vital doctrine of justification. They explore the biblical basis for justification, including primary Old and New Testament passages, key terms like ”works of the law,” and various interpretations, such as the New Perspective on Paul.
Learn more about this episode: https://www.logos.com/grow/live-what-is-justification?utm_campaign=show-logoslive&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=spotify
Outline:
(00:00) Welcome
(00:29) Meet Dr. Stephen Westerholm
(01:55) What Is Justification? A Basic Definition
(04:01) Justification as a Legal Term: Acquittal vs. Condemnation
(04:49) How We’re Justified: By Grace Through Faith
(06:11) Law vs. Faith: Paul’s Contrast
(08:46) Why We Need an ‘Extraordinary’ Righteousness
(11:24) Key New Testament Passages on Justification (Romans, Philippians, Galatians)
(17:00) Is Justification Unique to Paul?
(21:30) Second Temple Judaism & ‘Covenantal Nomism’
(25:13) What Is Meant by ‘Works of the Law’?
(29:46) What Does ‘the Righteousness of God’ Mean in Paul?
(33:33) ‘Faith in Christ’ vs ‘Faithfulness of Christ’ (Pistis Christou)
(38:17) A Two-Stage Justification?
(44:25) Why Justification Still Matters?
(48:45) Wrap-Up

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