Motivation of the Gospel - ch 2

Page 34 says, "Genuine love for Christ comes through 1) an ever growing consciousness of our own sinfulness, and unworthiness coupled with 2) the assurance that our sins, however great, have been forgiven through his death on the cross." He explains how this truth impacted both the "sinful woman" who anointed Jesus' feet and the "highly respected Jew", Isaiah.

I thought these were great examples, and he said "Isaiah's experience parallels that of the sinful woman." (p 36)

This doctrine of indwelling sin and the assurance of Gods acceptance is, in my humble opinion, one of the greatest truths in the christian life. This impact of humility mixed with confidence that it produces is so joyous that it is hard to describe unless it is experienced.