# Sacrifice, Obedience, Mercy — The Three-Tier Way of Faith

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Podcast: [Anabaptist Theological Perspectives](https://stenobird.com/podcast/anabaptist-theological-perspectives-7015144)
Published: 2026-02-15T18:07:59+00:00
Episode link: https://JerryEicher.podbean.com/e/sacrifice-obedience-mercy-%e2%80%94-the-three-tier-way-of-faith/
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## Resource

In this sermon-style episode the host continues a deep study on sacrifice, obedience, and mercy as a three-tier pattern running through the Old Testament and into the New. Topics include the tension between faith and works (Paul’s teachings vs. Old Testament practice), the Book of Job and Satan’s challenge about merit, moralism, and how God trains us to love goodness for its own sake.Listeners can expect a close reading of Micah 6:8, reflections on Abraham, Job, and Saul, practical applications about expectations, humility, and living sacrificially, and an argument for harmonizing faith and obedience. No external guests — the episode is a solo sermon/lecture by the host.

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