The Paradox of Obedience

9/6/2026Truth: Every believer must work out his or her own salvation. We don’t work for our salvation, but the Bible is clear that we must all act upon saving faith. Yet, there is a pernicious and devious lie that lurks close by all well-intentioned believers. This subtle deception is this: “You’re not the Christian you’re supposed to be, and you know it; so, do better.” Our enemy would love nothing more than for the Church to be filled with tired, disheartened, and defeated Christians. We pause in our study of James to focus on Philippians 2:12-18 and see the incredibly freeing truth that we work out our salvation through the power of God, not personal effort. Philippians 2:12-18