Mortification of Sin

We had 2 different listeners ask us: what does mortification of sin, also known as mortification of the flesh look like? In this episode, we talk about where this term came from, and what it means.

More importantly, we talk about the difference between mortification of sin, and self-discipline, as they belong in 2 different theological categories. One is part of our justification/sanctification, and one is part of our vocation.

Why does it matter what categories we put these things in? We circle back to our theology and mental health discussion, and how putting these things in the incorrect theological categories can cause us to live out our faith in "fight or flight mode," always wondering if we are doing "enough" to please God, and questioning if what he did was enough without our help. Sound theology is a means for peace.

Notes:

Thinking Fellows Episode, where at the end, they talk about the conversation we had off air on mortification of sin.

Vocation by Michael Berg

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