Adoption to Sonship (feat Sean Heaning)

Summary

In this conversation, Ryan and Sean discuss the concept of adoption to sonship and the role of faith in the believer's life. They emphasize that salvation is not based on works, but on faith in the finished work of Christ.

They highlight the importance of understanding one's identity in Christ and the freedom that comes from knowing that salvation is a gift that cannot be taken away. They also address the misconception of once saved, always saved and the need to experience God's grace in order to overcome fear and condemnation.

Overall, the conversation emphasizes the power of the gospel and the unchanging love of God. In this conversation, Ryan and Sean discuss the importance of faith and obedience in the Christian walk. They emphasize the need to renew the mind with the word of God and the significance of having correct doctrine.

They also explore the covenant and promise to Abraham and how salvation is based on promise, not the law. The conversation highlights the struggle of living righteously in the flesh and the importance of experiencing grace and overcoming sin.

They encourage listeners to preach the gospel to themselves and enjoy the inheritance they have in Christ. Ultimately, they emphasize the need to believe in Jesus for salvation.

Takeaways

• Salvation is not based on works, but on faith in the finished work of Christ.
• Understanding one's identity in Christ is crucial for experiencing freedom and walking in the Spirit.
• Salvation is a gift that cannot be taken away, and believers can have assurance of their standing before God.
• Experiencing God's grace and overcoming fear and condemnation is essential for living a life of faith. Faith and obedience are essential in the Christian walk.
• Renewing the mind with the word of God is crucial for spiritual growth.
• Having correct doctrine is important for a proper understanding of Jesus and His love.
• Salvation is based on promise, not the law.
• Experiencing grace and overcoming sin is possible through the power of God.
• Pleasing God and enjoying fellowship with Him brings joy and peace.
• Believing in Jesus is the only way to receive salvation.

Sound Bites

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:32 Understanding Adoption to Sonship

06:29 Our Responsibility in the Adoption to Sonship

09:46 Operating by Faith and Not by Works

12:10 Assurance of Salvation

14:21 The Power of the Gospel and Religious Mindsets

16:05 Once Saved, Always Saved

20:22 Experiencing God's Grace and Overcoming Fear

22:52 The Danger of Performance-Based Thinking

25:20 The Gift of Salvation and Identity in Christ

26:27 God's Unchanging Love and Grace

27:04 Faith and Obedience

28:20 Renewing the Mind with the Word

30:09 The Importance of Correct Doctrine

31:15 Understanding Jesus and His Love

32:12 The Covenant and Promise to Abraham

33:29 Salvation by Promise, Not by the Law

36:36 Living Righteously in the Flesh?

39:22 Experiencing Grace and Overcoming Sin

41:52 Preaching the Gospel to Ourselves

44:31 Receiving Grace and Enjoying the Inheritance

46:00 Pleasing God and Enjoying Fellowship

48:57 Believing in Jesus for Salvation