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I. The composition of Christian liberty |
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A. Under the gospel |
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1. Described negatively |
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Freedom from the guilt of sin |
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Freedom from the power of sin |
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Freedom from the punishment of sin |
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2. Described positively |
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Free access to God |
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Child-like obedience to God |
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B. Under the law |
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1. Its common substance |
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2. Its subsequent enlargement |
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Ceremonial freedom from the law |
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Greater boldness in prayer |
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Fuller supplies of the Spirit |
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II. The corollary of Christian liberty: liberty of conscience |
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A. Its foundational principle |
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B. Its basic implications |
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C. Its necessary requirements |
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Of followers |
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Of leaders |
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III. The corruption of Christian liberty |
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A. Its essence |
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B. Its fruits |
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1. Its impact on gospel grace |
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2. Its impact on Christian Liberty |
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From: Samuel E. Waldron, A Modern Exposition of the 1689 Baptist Confession of Faith, (Evangelical Press, 1989), p254-255. Used by permission.
