Kevin DeYoung and John Piper on the Pursuit of Holiness (Part 1)

[MirkAssassin]

I get it, I think though i've been in this mindset for so long that i've needed the reminder of the grace and beauty of God's love for me. It actually makes me desire him more, to know his grace is deeper than my darkest sin. I find joy in that. I think when you rest in that truth, it motivates you to please him. Not to save your soul but because you love him.

[ClaritySinger]

The church needs to hear this! I need to be continually reminded of this! The hole is so big that what Scripture teaches on holiness sounds foreign, even heretical to many Christians fed on grace, grace, grace alone for salvation. True, true, true, but thank you for noticing the ABSENCE of the other side of our multifaceted Gospel.

[fabtone]

DeYoung is one of the most clever biblical thinking discerning young teacher of his generation. He's not a one subject centered preacher.

[MrManwookie]

I think we have to be a little more precise when we say a transformed life is necessary for final salvation. Yes, but I'd qualify that like this: holiness flows from a true faith. In other words, faith is the root, and holiness is the fruit. Faith takes root and springs up in the believer's life, producing Christ-likeness. However, faith alone remains the basis for God counting us righteous in Christ. DeYoung and Piper were saying that and would totally agree with that, but I just want to put this cliff notes version here for anyone confused.

[alexhermawans]

15:53 that thought just the old motivation, though. Thats why I always wonder, "then what" thought like john. It's not the biggest obstacle. Thankss very much sirr

[alexhermawans]

10:32 didn't realize john piper would be that relatable guy who can ask that question

[peterlee]

If Christ became our Peace Offering, doesn't that mean that our fellowship with God is always perfect, even when we are disobeying God? And if our fellowship with God is perfect based on Christ's sacrifice, how can God ever be displeased with us? If God could be displeased with us based on our sinfulness, then He should be displeased with us 24/7 until we're completely sanctified. I want to know your thoughts on this, Pastor John or Pastor Kevin. Thanks.

[onedegreenorth]

I think the problem is that we think that holiness is something we force ourselves into, as if it was a duty, something you need to demonstrate in your life. I don't think so. I think God invites us into holiness, it's like being invited to the event. It's God's work and our cooperation. Otherwise, the pursuit of holiness ends up becoming a work of man, which we know it is not. It's God's work and our submission. It's a blessing, a gift, a privilege. It is not a duty.

[jjjj-ssdq]

So what did the thief on the cross do to get saved

[OverseerEugeneLewis]

Is it by Faith alone (sola fide) or by faith + works? I see this video like they are trying to have it both ways. 

[GRACEismyGOODWORKS]

It is satan who said "I shall be LIKE the most high". Your definition of holiness is to mimick satan.

[jjjj-ssdq]

The reason these pastors seam so confusing is because they are convinced good poeple get to go to heaven and bad poeple go to hell, witch is contrary to the bible in many places.

[thethikboy]

Puritans were pietists - which brings about an elitist spiritual pride (see Pharisees)