Comparison of Standing in Grace, Justification Door, and Walking the Path of Peace

 

Comparison of Standing in Grace, Justification Door, and Walking the Path of Peace

Romans 3:24 "Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus"

Romans 5:2 "Through whom also we have access by faith into this grace wherein we stand"

Romans 8:6 "To be spiritually minded is life and peace" 

Aspect	Door of Justification	Standing in Grace	Walking the Path of Peace
Meaning	Believers are justified by faith and enter the door of salvation	Believers stand in the realm and territory of God's grace	Believers proceed toward complete reconciliation with God after being justified
Efficacy	Sinners receive forgiveness, are accepted by God, and enter the realm of grace	Believers continuously live in God's grace and provision	Guides believers to experience harmony with God and inner peace in daily life
Distinction	Starting point; one-time experience; entrance door	Position of standing; continuous state;  realm	Process; continuous journey forward; direction
Examples	Sinners repent and accept Christ's salvation	Returning to grace when deviating; continuously standing in God's grace	The sinful woman told to "go in peace"; seeking inner peace in all things
Application	Confession, accepting Christ, applying the blood for forgiveness	Returning immediately when deviating from grace; discerning where grace is	Setting the mind on the spirit; acting according to inner peace; fellowship with God in spirit
Interrelationship	The doorway and prerequisite for entering the realm of grace	The standing position after justification and the foundation for walking the path of peace	The path walked by those who have entered through the door of justification and stand in grace
Related Scriptures	Romans 3:24 "Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus" Romans 5:1 "Therefore being justified by faith"	Romans 5:2 "Through whom also we have access by faith into this grace wherein we stand" 1 Corinthians 15:1 "Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel... wherein ye stand"	Romans 3:17 "And the way of peace have they not known" Romans 8:6 "To be spiritually minded is life and peace" Luke 7:50 "Go in peace"

 

Practical Connection Between the Three

1.      Sequential Relationship: First pass through the door of justification, then stand in grace, and finally walk on the path of peace

2.      Methods of Practice:

o   Door of Justification: Through faith, confession, accepting Christ

o   Standing in Grace: Continuously returning to the realm of grace, not departing from grace

o   Walking the Path of Peace: Following the guidance of inner peace, setting the mind on the spirit

3.      Daily Application:

o   When deviating from God: Re-experience the door of justification (confession and repentance)

o   Standing position: Constantly being mindful of whether one is in the realm of grace

o   Principle of action: Using inner peace as guidance and confirmation for actions

4.      Spiritual Growth Process:

o   Door of Justification is the starting point (salvation experience)

o   Standing in Grace is the state (position of salvation)

o   Walking the Path of Peace is the journey (process of walking with God)

 

*Please refer to the 2025 International Chinese Conference Romans 5-8 - The Core of the Bible Chapter 2 The Result of Our Justification - The Full Enjoyment of God in Christ as Our Life