Spurgeon's Sermons Justification by Faith—Illustrated by Abram’s Righteousness
Jan 27, 2026
A meditation on Abram’s justification by faith, showing righteousness comes from trusting God’s promises rather than works. Discussion of faith as practical and active in daily life. Exploration of comfort amid fear, the instant effect of true faith, and how imperfect faith still justifies. Reflections on covenant, sacrifice, suffering that follows justification, and a call to trust the promised Redeemer.
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Faith, Not Works, Justifies
- C. H. Spurgeon argues Abram was justified by faith, not by works or ceremonies.
- True faith always produces works but justification rests solely on trusting God's promise.
Rituals Don’t Secure Acceptance
- Spurgeon stresses justification cannot come from obedience to moral or ceremonial law.
- Baptism, communion, or rites cannot contribute to our acceptance before God.
Faith Grips Christ’s Righteousness
- Faith itself is not meritorious; it justly grasps Christ's obedience and atonement.
- God imputes Christ's righteousness to believers who rest on His work.