Comparison of Standing in Grace, Justification Door, and Walking the Path of Peace
Romans 3:24 "Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus"
Romans 5:2 "Through whom also we have access by faith into this grace wherein we stand"
Romans 8:6 "To be spiritually minded is life and peace"
Aspect |
Door of Justification |
Standing in Grace |
Walking the Path of Peace |
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Meaning |
Believers are justified by faith and enter the door of salvation |
Believers stand in the realm and territory of God's grace |
Believers proceed toward complete reconciliation with God after being justified |
Efficacy |
Sinners receive forgiveness, are accepted by God, and enter the realm of grace |
Believers continuously live in God's grace and provision |
Guides believers to experience harmony with God and inner peace in daily life |
Distinction |
Starting point; one-time experience; entrance door |
Position of standing; continuous state; realm |
Process; continuous journey forward; direction |
Examples |
Sinners repent and accept Christ's salvation |
Returning to grace when deviating; continuously standing in God's grace |
The sinful woman told to "go in peace"; seeking inner peace in all things |
Application |
Confession, accepting Christ, applying the blood for forgiveness |
Returning immediately when deviating from grace; discerning where grace is |
Setting the mind on the spirit; acting according to inner peace; fellowship with God in spirit |
Interrelationship |
The doorway and prerequisite for entering the realm of grace |
The standing position after justification and the foundation for walking the path of peace |
The path walked by those who have entered through the door of justification and stand in grace |
Related Scriptures |
Romans 3:24 "Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus" Romans 5:1 "Therefore being justified by faith" |
Romans 5:2 "Through whom also we have access by faith into this grace wherein we stand" 1 Corinthians 15:1 "Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel... wherein ye stand" |
Romans 3:17 "And the way of peace have they not known" Romans 8:6 "To be spiritually minded is life and peace" Luke 7:50 "Go in peace" |
Practical Connection Between the Three:
- 1. Sequential Relationship: First pass through the door of justification, then stand in grace, and finally walk on the path of peace
- 2. Methods of Practice:
- * Door of Justification: Through faith, confession, accepting Christ
- * Standing in Grace: Continuously returning to the realm of grace, not departing from grace
- * Walking the Path of Peace: Following the guidance of inner peace, setting the mind on the spirit
- 3. Daily Application:
- * When deviating from God: Re-experience the door of justification (confession and repentance)
- * Standing position: Constantly being mindful of whether one is in the realm of grace
- * Principle of action: Using inner peace as guidance and confirmation for actions
- 4. Spiritual Growth Process:
- * Door of Justification is the starting point (salvation experience)
- * Standing in Grace is the state (position of salvation)
- * Walking the Path of Peace is the journey (process of walking with God)
*Please refer to the 2025 International Chinese Conference Romans 5-8 - The Core of the Bible Chapter 2 The Result of Our Justification - The Full Enjoyment of God in Christ as Our Life