Why are these unique distinctives so important? Keller argues that these doctrinal distinctives are the foundation for truly loving behaviour. Without these foundations, a concept such as ‘love’ loses its meaning and quickly becomes self-righteousness and intolerance. How so? Keller argues that in the method of grace, Christians know they are not saved because of their performance, so they are to be humble, not self-righteous; in the purpose of Jesus’ salvation, Christians know they are to serve
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