The Glad Tidings

The Glad Tidings by E. J. Waggoner is a profound theological exploration of the biblical message of salvation particularly as it is presented in the Apostle Paul’s epistle to the Galatians. Waggoner a key figure in the Seventh-day Adventist Church and a leading proponent of the 1888 righteousness by faith movement focuses on the theme of justification by faith underscoring the centrality of Christ''s sacrifice and grace in the Christian life. The book delves into the controversy between faith and works emphasizing that salvation is a gift from God attained not by human effort or adherence to the law but through faith in Jesus Christ. Waggoner stresses the freedom that comes with understanding the gospel as “good news” liberating believers from the burden of legalism and self-reliance. He systematically walks through the Book of Galatians explaining Paul''s message to the early Christians who struggled with the Judaizers'' insistence on keeping Mosaic law as a requirement for salvation.