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Calvin's Institutes: May 9
Podcast SummaryIn this episode, John Calvin outlines the foundational principle of the Christian life: self-denial. Calvin argues that because we are not our own, but belong entirely to God, we must withdraw the government of our lives from our own reason and will to give it to the Holy Spirit. We explore the profound distinction between Christian philosophy and secular philosophy, seeing how true virtue is born not from a desire for applause, but from a total consecration to God’s glory. Finally, we examine the three branches of a well-ordered life—sobriety, righteousness, and godliness—and…
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