great part the theological views in general of all Christian individuals and parties. The importance of a correct knowledge of what God has taught on this subject cannot therefore be exaggerated. The discussion of this doctrine will be best presented by a definition of the word Justification, accompanied by proof of the several statements involved in that definition. Justification is a judicial act of God, by which, on account of the meritorious work of Christ, imputed to a sinner and received by