What Does It Mean to be Gospel-Driven?

John writes a great summary article. Here's a quote:

The knowledge of duty, law, morality, fear of God’s vindictive wrath and fear of being punished in hell due to unbelief, etc… will not lead a believer to delight in God or serve others.

It is only the internal knowledge of Christ that will bring about true holiness and sanctification in believers. The more believers have their minds and hearts spiritually and evangelically enlightened, the more they will pursue holiness and experience joy and find comfort and peace.

For, the root and spring of true peace and joy, heart-felt holiness and practical godliness stems from a genuine and lively faith of the free grace and mercy of God in Christ.

Read the whole article here.