Theology of the Church, Mentor's Guide, MG03

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T H E O L O G Y O F T H E C H U R C H

h. And are finally brought into a promised land (Canaan) with a glorious capital city (Jerusalem) where they live in peace under a great King (David)

2. Salvation from sin:

a. A slave people living in misery without hope (every human being under sin)

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b. Are called out by God’s gracious choice through a Champion he sends (Jesus)

c. Are saved from God’s wrath through application of the blood (Jesus, the slain Lamb of God)

d. Are liberated from an evil tyrant through God’s mighty power (defeat of Satan and his demonic forces)

e. Are delivered by passing through water (baptism)

f. Are formed into a holy nation (Church) who obey God’s will (Christ’s commands)

g. Are given the responsibility of being a witness to the nations (Matt. 28.18-20)

h. And are finally brought into a promised land (new creation) with a glorious capital city (New Jerusalem) where they live in peace under a great King (Jesus)