Sammy's Notes: Justification vs Sanctification

What’s the difference between being saved and growing as a Christian?

Many believers—young and old—feel confused, worried, or discouraged when they stumble in their faith. Am I really forgiven? Why am I still struggling?

In Sammy’s Notes: On Justification vs. Sanctification, these big theological ideas are explained with gentle wisdom, plain language, and memorable pictures that bring peace instead of pressure.

You’ll discover:

• Why justification happens once—and is God’s free gift
• Why sanctification is a lifelong journey of growth, not perfection
• Simple pictures that make truth stick: adoption, clean clothes, school, learning to ride a bike, and more
• The comforting reminder that God does the work in both

This short, encouraging book reminds readers that:

• You don’t earn God’s love
• You don’t “lose” your salvation when you fall
• Growth takes time—and God is patient

Whether you are new to faith, teaching children, leading a small group, or simply needing reassurance yourself, this book gently points back to the heart of the gospel:

Justification says, “You belong.”

Sanctification teaches you how to live as God’s child.”

And the best news of all?

God walks with you every step of the way