Topical Encyclopedia The concept of assurance, particularly the assurance of peace with God through Jesus Christ, is a profound and comforting doctrine within Christian theology. This assurance is a privilege granted to the saints, those who have placed their faith in Christ and are thus justified before God. The assurance of peace is not merely a subjective feeling but is rooted in the objective work of Christ and the promises of Scripture.Biblical Foundation The assurance of peace with God is firmly grounded in the New Testament, where the Apostle Paul articulates this truth with clarity. In Romans 5:1 , Paul writes, "Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ." This verse underscores that peace with God is a direct result of justification, a legal declaration of righteousness that comes through faith in Jesus Christ. It is not based on human merit but on the finished work of Christ on the cross. Furthermore, Ephesians 2:14-16 elaborates on how Christ Himself is our peace: "For He Himself is our peace, who has made the two one and has torn down the dividing wall of hostility by abolishing in His flesh the law of commandments and decrees. He did this to create in Himself one new man out of the two, thus making peace, and reconciling both of them to God in one body through the cross, by which He extinguished their hostility." Here, Paul emphasizes that Christ's sacrificial death has removed the barriers between humanity and God, establishing peace. The Role of the Holy Spirit The assurance of peace with God is also a work of the Holy Spirit, who testifies to the believer's spirit that they are children of God. Romans 8:16 states, "The Spirit Himself testifies with our spirit that we are God’s children." This internal witness of the Holy Spirit provides believers with a deep-seated assurance of their reconciled relationship with God. Practical Implications The assurance of peace with God has profound implications for the believer's life. It provides a foundation for spiritual stability and confidence, enabling Christians to live without fear of condemnation. Romans 8:1 declares, "Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus." This assurance allows believers to approach God with boldness and to live in the freedom that comes from being at peace with their Creator. Moreover, this assurance encourages believers to pursue holiness and to live in a manner worthy of their calling. Knowing that they are at peace with God, Christians are motivated to reflect this peace in their relationships with others, as instructed in Colossians 3:15 : "Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, for to this you were called as members of one body. And be thankful." Conclusion The assurance of peace with God through Christ is a central tenet of the Christian faith, offering believers a profound sense of security and hope. It is a divine privilege that transforms the believer's relationship with God and impacts every aspect of their life. Through the work of Christ and the testimony of the Holy Spirit, Christians can rest in the certainty of their peace with God, living out their faith with confidence and joy. Torrey's Topical Textbook Romans 5:1Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ: Torrey's Topical Textbook Library Fenelon -- the Saints Converse with God The Blood of Sprinkling (Second Sermon. ) Fifth Sunday after Trinity Exhortation to the Fruits of Faith. An Unalterable Law "Let not Your Heart be Troubled" Justification by Faith --Illustrated by Abram's Righteousness Sovereignty of God in Administration Covenanting Enforced by the Grant of Covenant Signs and Seals. 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Why should I consider becoming a Christian? | GotQuestions.org What does Peter mean when he tells us to make our calling and election sure in 2 Peter 1:10? | GotQuestions.org Assurance: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Assurance is Abundant in the Understanding of the Gospel Assurance is the Effect of Righteousness Assurance: Confident Hope in God Restores Assurance: Give Diligence to Attain To Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have by David Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have by Paul Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have of Their Election Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have, of a Crown Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have, of a Glorious Resurrection Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have, of a Kingdom Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have, of Answers to Prayer Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have, of Comfort in Affliction Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have, of Continuance in Grace Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have, of Eternal Life Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have, of Peace With God by Christ Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have, of Preservation Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have, of Support in Death Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have, of The Unalienable Love of God Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have, of Their Adoption Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have, of Their Election Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have, of Their Redemption Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have, of Their Salvation Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have, of Union With God and Christ Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: A Crown Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: A Glorious Resurrection Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: A Kingdom Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: A Support in Death Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: Answers to Prayer Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: Comfort in Affliction Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: Confident Hope in God Restores Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: Continuance in Grace Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: Eternal Life Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: Peace With God by Christ Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: Preservation Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: Saints Give Diligence to Attain Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: Strive to Maintain Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: The Unalienable Love of God Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: Their Adoption Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: Their Redemption Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: Their Salvation Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: Union With God and Christ Related Terms Acknowledgement (3 Occurrences) |
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