Key Words of the Christian Life: Understanding and Applying Their Meanings
Digital Logos Edition
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Justification. Regeneration. Redemption. Sanctification. Mediation. Only when you understand these key words of the Bible will you be able to live out what they teach. These “doctrinal words” help you know what a Christian is, what Christ has done for you, and what he wants to do for you.
Key Words of the Christian Life de-mystifies words and concepts like adoption into the family of God and intercession. Each chapter focuses on a New Testament word or phrase that has important meaning for your life and faith. Respected author Warren Wiersbe gives easy-to-grasp explanations of each word’s theological meaning, along with practical application.
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- Examines key words found in the Bible
- Focuses on New Testament concepts critical to Christian living
- Encourages the reader in day-to-day life
- Provides theological meaning and practical application for each word
- The Power of Bible Words
- The Meaning and Method of Justification
- The Marks of Justification
- Adoption into the Family of God
- Regeneration: The New Birth
- Propitiation: Satisfaction of God’s Holiness
- Imputation: God Credits Our Account
- Sanctification: Holiness and Obedience
- Reconciliation: “Bring Us Together”
- Redemption: Set Free from Bondage
- Intercession: Caring and Praying
- Mediation: Settling Enmity
- Formed: The Believer’s History
- Predestination: God’s Plan for His Own
- Glorification: Completion of God’s Plan
Top Highlights
“Justification is the gracious act of God in declaring righteous the sinner who believes on Jesus Christ. You should memorize this definition because it is important.” (Page 18)
“It is important that you and I understand the words in the Word of God as weapons to fight battles” (Page 14)
“Propitiation is the work of Jesus Christ on the cross by which He satisfied God’s holiness so God could extend mercy to lost sinners.” (Page 50)
“Regeneration means being born again. Regeneration gives us new life; justification gives us a new standing before God.” (Page 19)
“Predestination teaches us that God’s elect are one day going to be like the Lord Jesus Christ.” (Page 116)
- Title: Key Words of the Christian Life: Understanding and Applying Their Meanings
- Authors: Warren W. Wiersbe
- Publisher: Baker
- Publication Date: 2002
- Pages: 128
Warren W. Wiersbe, the “pastor’s pastor,” is a noted scholar and theologian. He is the author or editor of more than 160 books; he is most-known for his popular “Be” Series. Wiersbe has served as a director of The Literature Division for Youth for Christ International; speaker on the Songs in the Night radio program; professor of practical theology at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School; chairman of the board of the Slavic Gospel Association; writer in residence at Cornerstone University; and distinguished professor of preaching at Grand Rapids Theological Seminary. Today his primary ministry is serving others through writing.
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