Susan,<br><br>You make a good point. I agree with you that it is very important to understand the difference between justification and sanctification. Arminians have consistantly blurred the lines between these two and that is why works are not optional in their opinion.<br><br><blockquote>[color:red]<font class="big">Justification is an event.<br>Sanctification is a journey.</blockquote></font color=red></font><br><br>Wes [Linked Image]

When I survey the wondrous cross on which the Prince of Glory died, my richest gain I count but loss and pour contempt on all my pride. - Isaac Watts