Jerry Batson taught religion at several schools of religion, served as associate dean of Beeson Divinity School at Samford University in Birmingham and filled pastorates in Alabama Baptist life throughout his career. He now provides a basic theology lesson for Alabama Baptist readers.
Theology 101 — More about sanctification
“Thinking about the doctrine of sanctification is as good a place as any to remind ourselves that good theology is not merely theoretical but also experiential,” writes Jerry Batson.
Theology 101 — Salvation as sanctification
This week we move on to think of salvation in terms of its continuation throughout a lifetime. The theological term for the progression of the Christian life is “sanctification,” notes Jerry Batson.
Theology 101 — Salvation as Redemption
According to 2 Timothy 2:26, persons standing in need of repentance need to “come to their senses and escape the snare of the devil, having been taken captive by him to do his will.”
Theology 101 — Salvation as Spiritual Birth
Rebirth is often mentioned in the Bible. But what all does rebirth entail? Read here to see how God renews and regenerates new believers.
Theology 101 — Salvation as Reconciliation
The need for reconciliation with God is as wide as humanity, for all have sinned. Reconciliation is a universal human need and God’s gracious provision.
Theology 101 — Salvation as Justification
Not only does justification mean that we are acquitted of all charges along with their rightful penalty, but that we are also fully accepted into right standing before God.
Theology 101 — Salvation as Adoption
When you receive the Spirit, you have been adopted into the family of God — “heirs of God and joint heirs with Christ,” as Paul writes in Romans 8.
Theology 101 — Salvation as Conversion
True repentance involves trust in Christ and true faith in Him involves repentance from sin and unbelief. The combination of the two equals Christian conversion.