Already Sanctified: A Theology of the Christian Life in Light of God’s Completed Work

by Don J. Payne

Publisher:

Baker Academic

, 2020

Overview

How does the doctrine of sanctification shape the Christian life? Offering a fully developed treatment of “accomplished” sanctification, Don Payne explains that the primary biblical focus in sanctification is not progressive growth but that which has already occurred for Christians to make growth possible, necessary, and grace-driven. As Payne explores the significance Scripture attributes to the accomplished aspect of sanctification, he helps us understand that we are already sanctified. Sanctification is not synonymous with transformation but undergirds strategies and resources related to Christian discipleship and formation.

Key Features

• Examines the primary biblical focus in sanctification
• Explores the significance Scripture attributes to the accomplished aspect of sanctification
• Covers related themes of transformation, discipleship, and grace

Contents

Part 1: How We Got Where We Are

• The Sanctification Mutiny
• New Ventures in Sanctification

Part 2: The Biblical Storyline Revisited

• A Potent Backstory: Consecration in the Old Testament
• A Shocking New Story: Sanctification in the New Testament
• Unexpected Instances of Sanctification
• Sanctification as Liberated Responsibilities and Compelling Promises
• Transformation

Part 3: The Doctrinal Profile Reanimated

• Sanctification as God’s Transforming Power
• Sanctification and the Process of Transformation
• Accomplished Sanctification in Action

Product Details

• Title: Already Sanctified: A Theology of the Christian Life in Light of God’s Completed Work
• Author: Don J. Payne
• Publisher: Baker
• Publication Date: 2020
• Pages:208
• Resource Type: Monograph
• Topic: Sanctification

About Don J. Payne

Dr. Don J. Payne joined the faculty in 1998 as director of the suburban and rural training centers in the training and mentoring department. In 2001, he was appointed as associate dean, and in 2004, as assistant professor of theology and ministry. He provides overall leadership for the training and mentoring program and teaches in the areas of systematic theology and pastoral ministry. Dr. Payne earned a Ph.D. in systematic theology from the University of Manchester, England, an M.Div. from Denver Seminary, and a B.A. from Tennessee Temple University. Prior to coming to Denver Seminary, he pastored for eight years, first as a church-planting pastor in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and then as associate pastor at Southern Gables Evangelical Free Church in Littleton, Colorado. He has taught courses for Colorado Christian University, Colorado State University, and Moody Bible Institute’s extension school. His publications include The Theology of the Christian Life in J. I. Packer’s Thought, as well as articles and book reviews in The 1995 Seminary & Graduate School Handbook, Themelios, Teaching Theology and Religion Review, Compass, and Focal Point. Dr. Payne serves on the editorial advisory council for Ministry Mentor and serves as a consultant and trainer for churches, seminaries, colleges, and other ministry organizations seeking to develop effective mentoring ministries. He is a member of the Evangelical Theological Society and the T.F. Torrance Society, and he serves as executive director of the International Christian Mentoring Network (ICMN). Dr. Payne and his wife, Sharon, are involved at Centennial Covenant Church in Littleton, CO. The The