Calvin's Institutes: May 17
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Podcast Summary
In this episode, John Calvin confronts the "monstrous" errors of Osiander, who threatened the clarity of the Gospel by confusing the free imputation of righteousness with an essential mingling of the divine nature into the believer. Calvin uses the striking analogy of the sun to explain that while justification (acceptance) and sanctification (renewal) are as inseparable as light and heat, they must never be confused. We explore why faith is properly understood not as the cause of our salvation, but as the "vessel" that receives the treasure of Christ. Ultimately, Calvin reminds us that our assurance rests not in a substantial mixture with God's essence, but in the finished work of Christ and the gracious acquittal of a merciful Father.
Today’s Readings:
John Calvin — Institutes of the Christian Religion Book 3, Chapter 11 (Sections 5–7)
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