Evangelism
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We’ve looked at the law and gospel in terms of “the big picture” and determined that they are interrelated and inseparable concepts (see Part 1). But is it ever appropriate to distinguish law from gospel? In other words, do the biblical writers ever contrast law with gospel? The answer is “Yes.” In fact, such a contrast is…
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The author argues that John 3:16 is not merely a statement of God’s love for the elect but serves to invite all sinners to believe and find eternal life. He emphasizes that language’s rhetorical nature requires interpreters to recognize the illocutionary intent behind biblical texts. John Calvin’s view aligns with this broader evangelistic purpose.