The Marrow of Modern Divinity

Refreshingly different, this three-way dialogue from The Marrow of Modern Divinity by Fisher happens between an evangelist, a legalist and a young Christian.  Fisher addresses the confusion of the twin errors of legalism and antinomianism from an evangelical slant. The three-fold perspective of the Biblical Law: the Law of Works, which says, “Do this, and live”; the Law of Faith, which offers free pardon in the gospel; and the Law of Christ, which commands, “Live, and do this”. Wonderfully intuitive, this exposition of justification and sanctification is unparalleled.

This grand second dialogue from The Marrow of Modern Divinity by Fisher is a very thorough explanation of the Decalogue. Obedience to the law must be directed to the end “that God alone may be glorified by us.” Fisher adeptly breaks down the concept of self-sufficiency, of salvation by works, highlighting instead the free grace of the Gospel. Through his Christ-centered treatment of the Old Testament, Fisher on teaching the Law of Faith reveals the whole Bible is the gospel, and presents it from a truly evangelical angle. Stimulating!