1689 Chapters 14 Saving Faith 15 Repentance to Life and Salvation 16 Good Works

Join us as we continue through chapters 14, 15, and 16 in the 1689 London Baptist Confession of Faith.

Chapter 14 - Saving Faith: Definition. Saving faith is a gift from God, enabled by the Spirit of Christ, and ordinarily wrought through the ministry of the Word. Nature: Although it varies in degrees, it fundamentally differs from common faith. It perseveres and grows, leading to full assurance through Christ, the author and finisher of our faith.

Chapter 15 - Repentance Unto Life and Salvation. Repentance Defined: Repentance is a gift from God, involving a change of mind and heart. It accompanies faith and is necessary for salvation. Three Aspects of Repentance: Intellectual: Recognizing sin and turning from false beliefs.

Emotional: Sorrow for sin and desire for forgiveness. Volitional: Turning away from sin and toward God.

Chapter 16 - Good Works. Nature of Good Works: Good works flow from a heart transformed by grace. They are evidence of true faith and obedience to God’s commands. Christ’s Work: Christ enables believers to perform good works, and they are to be done for God’s glory and the benefit of others.

1689 Baptist Confession of Faith in Modern English - Founders Ministries