That's interesting! Never heard of that before- though it certainly makes since (The Westminster confession part)

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I don't know where you heard/read that "Sanctification happens after death" but it certainly is not a doctrine held by historic Christianity (Protestantism). There are two aspects to sanctification: definitive and progressive. The former is legal, i.e., the righteousness of Christ is accredited, imputed to the believer immediately so that he is deemed justified and sanctified, (Zech 3:1-5) having been clothed with the righteousness of Christ. In regard to the former, "definitive", see here: Definitive Sanctification, by Prof. John Murray. For the latter, "progressive", see the list of articles under the heading "Sanctification"

Lets see- reading my post again I realized that I didn't have my morning cup of coffee...that explains alot. Lets see...the lady who taught me about that was my old Presbyterian theology teacher. I did put that in an odd way though, she taught progressive that once we are Justified we begin the process of Sanctification and sanctification is completed upon our death. Sorry, my confusion there. Thanks for your reply- very informative

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Gloria Patri et Filii et Spiritu Sancti, Amen!

"For I know the thoughts that I think towards you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of affliction, to give you an end and patience. "