Antinomianism Quote by R.C. Sproul
““Easy believism is a modern form of the ancient heresy of antinomianism.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Systematic Theology, 1995
He claims that “easy believism” mirrors the ancient heresy that rejects moral law.
In simple terms: Easy belief ignores moral responsibility.
Key Takeaway
Uphold moral standards alongside faith.
Themes
faith
morality
heretical ideas
theology
Mood
serious
thoughtful
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- religious teaching
- ethical debates
- personal belief systems
Key Concepts
legalism
antinomianism
ethical responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance faith and moral law?
- What are the dangers of ignoring ethics?
A Different Perspective
Simplistic faith can lead to moral laxity.
![“Whatever they [antinomians] say of the law, though they cast contempt and disgrace upon it, and upon those who preach it, yet we know that, for the substance of it, it is the image of God, a beam of His holiness. The things therein commanded and forbidden are things morally, and therefore…” quote by Samuel Bolton](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/035/samuel-bolton-40683_good-and-evil_whatever-they-antinomians-say-of-the-law_1030327.jpg)
![“[E]very heresy is due to an overemphasis upon some truth, without allowing other truths to qualify and balance it.” quote by John Stott](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/dae/john-stott-1926_religion_e-very-heresy-is-due-to-an-overemphasis_289834.jpg)
