The Word Unleashed

Is salvation by faith alone a New Testament doctrine only—or does it span the entire Bible? In Romans 4, Paul defends the truth that justification comes through grace alone, not human works or merit.

Was Abraham justified by his good works and perfect righteousness? That's what first-century Jews believed—but Paul demolishes this false teaching with one devastating question: "What does the Scripture say?" Today, Tom shows us how Paul quotes Genesis to prove Abraham was made right with God through faith alone, not personal merit.

The book of Romans was written by the apostle Paul and it provides an in-depth explanation of The Gospel of God. The expression “gospel of God” comes from Romans 1:1 which says, “Paul, a bond-servant of Christ Jesus, called as an apostle, set apart for the gospel of God.” So in his letter, Paul makes a logical argument for and presents his legal defense of the great doctrine of justification.

Understanding justification is not optional for followers of Christ—it's the very heart of the gospel. But a dangerous question persists: Doesn't salvation by faith alone make God's law irrelevant? Today, Tom exposes four deadly misinterpretations that lead people to conclude justification invalidates the law. Then he reveals six powerful ways the gospel actually validates God's law.

If we're justified by faith apart from works of the law, doesn't that render God's commands legally void and meaningless? It's a legitimate concern—but the answer is stunning. The great doctrine of justification by faith alone in Christ alone doesn't invalidate the law of God—it actually validates it.