Hands-free narration of this study — good for the car.
Synopsis
Daniells presents sanctification as the continuing work of Christ in the believer by the Holy Spirit — as truly a gift of faith as justification, and never a human achievement added to grace. It is the work of a lifetime, progressive but never a ground of merit, and it produces genuine, practical obedience. He rejects both perfectionist boasting and the excuse that grace leaves sin undisturbed, holding that Christ within transforms character while the believer's standing rests entirely on Christ without.
Key points
- Sanctification is Christ's life reproduced in us, not our imitation of Him by native strength.
- It is received by the same faith that receives justification.
- It is progressive, lifelong, and never becomes the ground of acceptance.
- Real holiness is practical: it shows in temper, speech, honesty, and love.
Key passages
- 1 Thessalonians 5:23-24
- Galatians 2:20
- Philippians 2:12-13
- John 15:4-5
Study questions10 total
- 1.Comprehension
How does Daniells relate sanctification to justification — as sequence, as separation, or as inseparable gifts?
- 2.Scripture
Read Galatians 2:20. Who is the acting agent in the sanctified life, and what is the believer's part?
- 3.Scripture
Explain Philippians 2:12-13 without turning it into salvation by effort.
- 4.Contrast
Contrast sanctification by faith with sanctification by struggle. What does each produce in the believer's experience?
- 5.Doctrinal Clarity
Why does Daniells call sanctification 'the work of a lifetime'? What error does that guard against?
- 6.Doctrinal Clarity
If sanctification is by faith, why is diligence still commanded?
- 7.Scripture
Read John 15:4-5. What does abiding look like in practical daily terms?
- 8.Comprehension
How can a believer know the difference between growth in grace and mere behaviour management?
- 9.Application
Name one area where you have tried to sanctify yourself. What would receiving Christ there look like?
- 10.Application
How does this chapter change the way you would counsel someone battling a besetting sin?