Justification and Salvation New - Justification by Love in Scripture and Catholic Dogma A somewhat in depth look at the official Catholic teaching on justification. Builds the teaching from the ground up from official Catholic documents and presents the Scriptures' teaching on each point alongside. The Purpose of the Law A discussion of the purpose of the law in the course salvation history. Explains why the law cannot justify, why St. Paul writes that there is no law, and provides helpful background for all discussions of justification. Ephesians 2:8-9 and Works A discussion of this key Protestant proof text and what it teaches about the role of works in salvation. A Biblical Overview of Mortal Sin An overview of the Bibilcal teaching of the distinction between mortal and venial sins. Includes answers to some common objections. Does Mortal Sin Lead To a "Light Bulb" Salvation? A brief discussion of a common concern that the Catholic understanding of salvation is too unstable.