Category Archives: Grace

Understanding Salvation by Grace

Posted on July 14, 2012 by Jonathan Jones II

I am very passionate about the Biblical doctrine of grace because it lies at the heart of our salvation.  It has been my experience that this doctrine has been largely misunderstood by our brethren.  Likewise, a theology of “cheap grace” … Continue reading →

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We Are Saved By Grace, Not Works

Posted on July 14, 2012 by Jonathan Jones II

To believe that we can somehow merge salvation by grace through faith with a system of works through law is false.  Ironically, this is the very error that causes us to actually fall from grace (see Galatians 5:1-4).  This mistake … Continue reading →

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What Does 1 John 1:9 mean?

Posted on July 5, 2012 by Jonathan Jones II

Note: The following article is by Jack Cottrell and reprinted by his permission. QUERY: You have said that a faulty understanding of 1 John 1:9 is a roadblock to a proper understanding of grace and a genuine sense of assurance. … Continue reading →

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The Suffering of the Savior

Posted on April 6, 2009 by Jonathan Jones II

I have been doing a sermon series for the past four weeks which will conclude Sunday called “Jesus’ Final Days.” Last week, we explored “Jesus Final Friday” with a graphic lesson on the crucifixion (we had a class for children … Continue reading →

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A Branch Cannot Bear Fruit By Itself

Posted on December 19, 2008 by Jonathan Jones II

I am convinced that some of the most crucial doctrines of the New Covenant of Jesus Christ are also some of the most misunderstood by the church. One of the most visible examples of this is the New Testament doctrine … Continue reading →

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