Legalism: Another Heresy Within
This article examines legalism as a theological heresy that undermines the gospel by suggesting human obedience contributes to salvation, positioning it as an equal but opposite error to antinomianism. Mahtani argues both heresies stem from unbelief and attack Christ's completed work, exhorting Reformed believers to carefully examine themselves against this subtle but destructive false doctrine. The piece serves as a practical warning for young people in Reformed churches to maintain biblical balance between the doctrines of justification by faith alone and the necessity of sanctification through obedience.
You have probably heard the accusation, "You are so legalistic!" or "Your church is full of legalists!" How do you respond to that label? To such a stinging stigma, you may want to respond defensively, "No, I am not! No, we are not!" Yet, however truthful or untruthful that retort might be, I plead in love for you young people of our beloved churches -- that you think before repeating that answer. Examine yourself for this heresy within. For good reason, this article closely follows a previous...
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