Witsius on sanctification (1)
This article responds to a series on Herman Witsius by challenging the editorial's treatment of good works in the Christian life, specifically questioning whether viewing works merely as fruit of salvation leads to antinomianism. The author seeks to reconcile tensions between emphasizing works as necessary expressions of holiness and the Reformed doctrine that good works remain polluted and cannot benefit one's standing before God.
Witsius on sanctification I write in response to the December 15, 2020 editorial "Herman Witsius: Still Relevant (3)." Herman Witsius is unfamiliar to me and your discussion of him is interesting. Although I am sure there is more to be said in the series, the following statements in this third installment are difficult for me to reconcile with my understanding of the Christian life: …there arises suspicion by reflex when mention is made of good works as being necessary and having a vital...
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