I wrote this paper for one of my current classes: Systematic Theology 2: Christology and Soteriology with Veli-Matti Karkkainen. The topic I chose: "How can we form a doctine of Sanctification for today?" I'll get my grade in a few weeks...but until then...

In my first podcast I invite you to think of the doctrine of sanctification as one that not only has importance for the redeemed individual, but also real implications for creation in its entirety. Doing so will influence our views of the present and future state of humanity and the world (whether it is ultimately getting better or worse as time progresses) and hopefully provide us with both a new outlook of optimism and a reason to live out the teachings of Jesus.

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Terms to know...
Sanctification: The process of becoming holy or free from sin
Deification: A complicated term that basically refers to the completion of the act of sanctification (perfection not in the sense of becoming God but of being like God (sin-free) in every way except in essence) John Wesley argued that it was possible for human beings to reach this point in this life (though only momentarily). Others disagree.

Feedback and questions will always be appreciated. Enjoy!

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