FaithQuest Perspectives

How it Happens with Colin Cook

FaithQuest Perspectives

  • P027_100324 Rom. 2:6-8 Seeking Glory, Honor And Immortality

P027_100324 Rom. 2:6-8 Seeking Glory, Honor And Immortality

Thursday 3rd October 2024

Colin Cook explores Romans 2:6-8, discussing the role of faith and the law in achieving true salvation and mental well-being.
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Faith vs. Law: Finding Peace Through Christ's Righteousness

Episode Overview

  • True salvation comes through faith in Jesus Christ, not merely through adherence to the law.
  • Understanding the proper role of the law is crucial for mental well-being.
  • Good deeds should stem from faith and love, not from a desire for self-justification.
  • The law can bring feelings of guilt and inadequacy if misunderstood.
  • Faith in Christ offers a new way to be declared innocent and find peace.
The law abides in the heart of every man and woman and accuses you or excuses you every day a hundred times.
In this episode of 'How it Happens with Colin Cook', Colin takes a deep dive into Romans chapter two, verses six to eight, exploring the complex relationship between the law, faith, and good deeds. Colin dissects Paul's message about those who feel self-assured in their morality and ethics, believing their deeds alone will save them. He contrasts this with the idea that true salvation comes through faith in Jesus Christ and his righteousness, not through the law alone.
Colin passionately argues that understanding the proper role of the law is crucial for maintaining a stable and healthy mind, especially for those struggling with addiction or feelings of inadequacy. He emphasises that the law, while important, should not be the final measure of one's worth or salvation. Instead, faith and the righteousness of Christ offer a new way to be declared innocent.
Colin's reflections are both thought-provoking and deeply personal, as he shares how these theological concepts impact everyday life and mental well-being. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by guilt or the pressure to be perfect, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on finding peace and stability through faith.