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Law and Gospel

Why Can’t an Unbeliever’s Good Works Please God?

By Derek J. Brown / October 17, 2025

Here’s an illustration involving two neighbors that explains why we can’t please God with our good works outside of Christ.

Are Good Works Good Enough?

By Daniel Rowlands / September 29, 2025

Works are what we do—our actions. But what does it mean if we add “good?” What makes a work good?

12 Reasons Why Jesus Meant It When He Said, “It Is Finished”

By BCL / April 11, 2025

Here are 12 reasons why Jesus meant it when he said on the cross, “It is finished” (John 19:30).

What Does “Faith Alone” Mean?

By Jonathan Landry Cruse / March 7, 2025

Does the Protestant teaching of salvation through “faith alone” assert that Christians don’t need to do good works if they have faith in Christ? Here’s what “faith alone” means and why it matters.

12 Books I Wish I Had Read as a New Christian

By Le Ann Trees / January 1, 2025

After attending a wonderful seminary later in life and reflecting back on my early years as a believer, here are 12 books I wish I had read as a new Christian to help me grow in my faith.

What Is the Difference Between the Law and the Gospel?

By BCL / August 26, 2024

Every Christian should have a clear understanding regarding the difference between the law and the gospel. Here is a brief explanation.

10 Words Every Christian Should Know (and Be Able to Explain)

By BCL / August 9, 2024

Here are 10 words every Christian should know—and be able to explain—in order to “be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have” (1 Peter 3:15).

What Is the Difference between Justification and Sanctification?

By BCL / July 8, 2024

Understanding the difference between a Christian’s justification and sanctification is crucial for every believer to know. Here is a brief explanation.

Wisdom Versus Law—What’s the Difference?

By Daniel Rowlands / April 8, 2024

It may be lawful, but is it wise? What is the difference between law and wisdom in the Bible and how are they related to each other?