Redemptive suffering Redemptive suffering Redemptive suffering is the Christian belief that human suffering, when accepted and offered up in union with the Passion of Jesus, can remit the just punishment for one's sins or for the sins of another, or for the other physical or spiritual needs of oneself or another. Like an indulgence, redemptive suffering does not gain the individual "forgiveness" for their sin; forgiveness results from God’s grace, freely given through Christ, which cannot be earned. After one's sins are forgiven, the individual's suffering can reduce the "penalty" due for sin. Christians believe that God loves mankind so much that
Word of Faith Word of Faith Word of Faith (also known as "Word-Faith" or simply "Faith") is a worldwide Protestant Christian movement that teaches that Christians can access the power of faith or fear through speech. Its distinctive teachings are found on radio, Internet, television, and in many Charismatic denominations and communities. The basic doctrine renounces the idea that Christians must be poor and/or suffer defeat in order to live a godly life and glorify Jesus Christ. The Word of Faith doctrine teaches that the saving work done by Jesus on the cross included health and provision in this life; this is derived