Christ "Centered" Antinomianism

Kingdom Polemics

In this episode of Kingdom Polemics, Pastor Aldo Leon talks with his friend and fellow pastor, George Sayour, about the dangers of Christ-centered antinomianism, a way of interpreting the Bible that neglects the moral and ethical implications of the Old Testament narratives. They discuss how this approach is contrary to the Reformed tradition, the biblical theology of Christ and his Spirit, and the call to live by faith in union with Christ. They also share their personal journeys of discovering the richness and relevance of the Old Testament for Christian living.

Some of the highlights of their conversation are:

• How they were both attracted to the redemptive-historical movement and its emphasis on seeing Christ in all of Scripture, but also realized its limitations and imbalances.
• How the Old Testament figures and stories are not only types and shadows of Christ, but also examples and models of faith and obedience for us.
• How Hebrews 11 and 12 show us that the heroes of the faith did great things and suffered greatly as they looked to Christ, and how we are surrounded by their witness and encouraged to run our own race.
• How the exclusive preaching of doctrine without application leads to an antinomian spirit, while the exclusive preaching of duties without doctrine leads to self-righteousness.
• How the Christ-centered antinomianism is influenced by a hyper-eschatological view of Scripture that ignores the present realities and responsibilities of the Christian life.
• How the Christ-centered antinomianism is also connected to a brokenness theology that denies the possibility and power of sanctification and growth in holiness.
• How the Christ-centered antinomianism fails to appreciate the diversity and complexity of the biblical genres and the historical contexts of the Old Testament.
• How the Christ-centered antinomianism misses out on the important virtues and values that are commended and exemplified in the Old Testament, such as bravery, tenacity, dominion, marriage, family, etc.

George Sayour has two podcasts that we recommend you listen to:

1. Grace to Stand: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grace-to-stand/id1633537628

2. Presbyterian & Reformed Churchmen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/presbyterian-reformed-churchmen/id1658431714

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