That Old-Time Religion of Justification by Faith Alone 1. The LORD justifies Abraham by faith alone in the promise of Christ alone – and He justifies us in exactly the same way. 2. Because He keeps His covenant promises to those who believe. (Genesis 15:1-4) a. Do you believe that God is your shield and your exceedingly great reward? 3. Because He begets countless spiritual children through His Gospel. (Genesis 15:5) a. Do you have an optimistic view of our Gospel mission? 4. Because He justifies only the ungodly (Genesis 15:6; Romans 4:1-8) a. Do you know the blessed reality of being a justified sinner?