CM-066 - WCF 11.6: One Gospel, One Faith, One Justification

Westminster Confession of Faith 11.6 “The justification of believers under the old testament was, in all these respects, one and the same with the justification of believers under the new testament.” In this episode of Confessional Moments, we conclude our study of Westminster Confession of Faith chapter 11 by examining the unity of justification across both the Old and New Testaments. The Confession teaches that believers before Christ were justified in the same way believers are justified today—by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone. Abraham, David, and all the saints of old were not saved by law-keeping or sacrifices, but by trusting in the promised Redeemer. While the outward administration of God’s covenant differed between the Testaments, the substance of salvation remained unchanged: one Savior, one righteousness, and one gospel for all God’s people. This episode explores the continuity of God’s redemptive plan, the gospel proclaimed beforehand in the Old Testament, and why justification has always rested upon Christ alone. Scripture Reading & References Romans 4:1–8 Genesis 15:6 Psalm 32:1–2 Galatians 3:8 John 8:56 Hebrews 10:4 Isaiah 53:4–6 Key Doctrinal Themes One Way of Salvation – God has always justified sinners by grace through faith in Christ. Unity of the Covenant of Grace – Old and New Testament believers share the same salvation. Christ in the Old Testament – Promises and sacrifices pointed forward to Christ. Imputed Righteousness – Believers in every age stand righteous before God through Christ alone. About the Host Confessional Moments is hosted by Pastor Tim Beauchamp, teaching elder at Trinity Presbyterian Church (PCA), helping Christians grow in doctrinal clarity and confidence in Christ through the Reformed confessional tradition. Church Website Trinity Presbyterian Church (PCA) www.trinitychurchguam.org