Calvin's Institutes: May 18

Podcast SummaryIn this episode, John Calvin continues his rigorous defense of the Gospel against the "fanatical" errors of Osiander. Calvin clarifies that while Christ is truly God, our justification is specifically found in His office as Mediator—grounded in the obedience and expiation He performed in His human nature. We explore the critical distinction between a "gross mixture" of God’s essence into the believer and the "mystical union" of the head and the members, where we are ingrafted into Christ by the Spirit. Ultimately, Calvin reminds us that we are not justified by a transfusion of divine nature, but by the "righteous servant" who bore our iniquities, allowing us to stand before the tribunal of God clothed in a righteousness that is approved by Him.Today’s Readings:John Calvin — Institutes of the Christian Religion Book 3, Chapter 11 (Sections 8–10)Explore the Project:Through the Church Fathers – https://www.throughthechurchfathers.comPatreon – https://www.patreon.com/cmichaelpattonCredo Courses – https://www.credocourses.comCredo Ministries – https://www.credoministries.org#ChurchFathers #JohnCalvin #Reformation #Theology #Justification #Christology #Mediator #MysticalUnion #Grace #Scripture