Lewis and Clark Bible Church

Through his commendation of Phoebe and his greeting of Prisca and Aquila, in Romans 16:1-5a, we learn that faithful friends should be commended, welcomed, worked with, thanked, and associated with in the ministry of the church. This passage reminds believers that gospel ministry is strengthened when the church supports, honors, and joins with those who labor sacrificially for Christ.

In Romans 15:22-33, Paul opens a window into his philosophy of ministry and his submission to God's sovereign direction. Through he desired to visit the believers in Rome, God's timing when plans are delayed, remain faithful to the mission God has given them, and submit to His will even when the future is uncertain. This message challenge Christians to follow the Leader-God Himself-Regardless of their desires, plans, or trials, trusting that His Presence is Sufficient as He directs Their Lives.

In Romans 15:14-21, Paul provides a model of faithful ministry by expressing confidence in God's work among believers, reminding the church of the grace that enables service, and pointing to the power of Christ that accomplishes the mission. This passage encourages believers to pursue faithfulness not by relying on themselves, but by recognizing God's work in the church, remembering His grace in ministry, and depending upon His power to fulfill His purposes.

In Romans 15:8-13, Paul shows how Christ's ministry strengthens Christian unity. Jesus serves the Jews by confirming God's promises, extends mercy to the Gentiles so that all nations may rejoice, and fills His people with joy, peace, and hope through the power of the Holy Spirit. Because Christ has served both Jews and Gentiles, the church should welcome one another in Christ-centered unity, rejoicing together in God's faithfulness, mercy, and empowerment

Paul calls the church to endeavor together by edifying one another, following the example of Christ, and glorifying God with one voice. Christian unity is not about ignoring differences, but about using our freedom, gifts, and convictions to build up our brothers and sisters in the faith. Listen as we consider how a church can grow together for the Glory of God.

in Romans 14:19-23, Paul shows believers how love should be applied in matters of Christian liberty and gray areas. in this sermon, we consider how the church should pursue peace, pursue edification, value God's work, limit the practice of our convictions, keep personal convictions before God, seek a clear conscience, and act from faith-informed conviction. Listen as we learn that love must govern how believers live together when they disagree over matters of conscience.

In Romans 14:14-18, Paul helps believer's reframe Christian freedom around conscience, love and service to Christ. In this sermon, we consider how freedom in Christ. In this sermon, we consider how freedom in Christ must be affirmed, governed, and protected without making personal liberty the center of the Christian life. Listen as we learn to pursue righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit while seeking the spiritual good of one another.

Christians do not always agree on every matter of conscience, but how we handle those differences reveals a lot about our walk with Christ. In Romans 14:5-9, we are reminded to live with settled conviction, seek to understand one another with grace, and remember that every true believer belongs to the Lord. Join us as we consider how Christ's lordship changes the way we think about gray areas, Christian liberty, and life together in the church

In the Christian life, there are many areas where Scripture neither commands nor forbids specific actions, yet we are still called to live for God's glory. These "gray areas" often lead to real differences among believers. So how do we remain unified when we disagree? In this sermon, we begin to examine what it means to pursue fellowship, love, and unity in the midst of non-essential differences.

Join us this resurrection morning where we see the power of the resurrection, which is the basis for our living hope that cannot be taken away.

What does the resurrection of Christ mean for daily Christian living? This sermon from Romans 6:1-13 shows how union with Christ's resurrection breaks the power of sin and fuels both personal holiness and the health of the church.

This sermon demonstrates that the resurrection of Jesus Christ is the central and catalytic event that brought the church into existence, validates the work of Christ, and serves as the foundation of the Gospel and the believer's life.

Romans 13:11-14 reminds believers that the day of Christ is drawing near. Because of this, we must wake up from spiritual lethargy, cast off the works of darkness, and put on the Lord Jesus Christ. This passage calls us to live today in a way that reflects the coming kingdom of light

In this message titled "Give Love a Chance," we examine how love is owed to every person and how love fulfills God's righteous standard. True biblical love is not sentimental or cultural; it is the Spirit-produced expression of God's moral will that seeks the good of our neighbor and refuses to do harm. This passage calls believers to live lives marked by intentional, Christlike love in every relationship.

In this message from Romans 13:1-7, "Divine Authority over the Entire State," we consider how Scripture grounds civil government in God's Sovereign rule rather than human autonomy. Paul teaches that earthly authorities exist by God's appointment to uphold order and restrain wrongdoing, calling believers to thoughtful, conscience-shaped obedience. Christian submission, therefore, becomes an expression of trust in the Lord who stands above every ruler and every nation.

Join us as we study Romans 12:17-21 and discover how life in the household of God is shaped by Gospel-Driven ethics. These verses call us to order our lives according to the following, to the Gospel-shaped rule of pursuing peace.

Join us as we study Romans 12:15-16 and discover how life in the household of God is shaped by gospel-driven ethics. These verses call us to order our lives according to the following house rules: sharing in life, maintaining harmony, and embracing humility.

Join us as we study Romans 12:13-14 and discover how life in the household of God is shaped by gospel - driven ethics. These verses call us to order our lives according to the house rules: meeting needs, welcoming strangers, and blessing persecutors.

Join us as we study Romans 12:12 and discover how life in the household of God is shaped by gospel-driven ethics. These verses call us to order our lives according to the following house rules: joyful hope, enduring tribulation, and persistent prayer.

Join us as we study Romans 12:10-11 and discover how life in the household of God is shaped by Gospel-driven ethics. These verses call us to order our lives according to the following house rules: family affection, respect for one another, spiritual earnestness, holy passion, and service to the Lord.

In this sermon, becoming a Healthy Church, we will examine how God defines a healthy church as we study Ephesians 4:12-16

Though we are frail creatures that face many trials and the looming prospect of death, we do not lose hope as we focus through eyes of faith on the unseen realities of God's redemptive plan and his sure promises

Join us this December as we discover the true reason for Christmas and the real significance of the season: that Jesus came into the world to save sinners. We will explore this truth through three trees - the bad tree, Jesus' family tree, and the Gospel tree. In this second message, we will examine multiple passages as we learn about the family tree of our Savior - the One who was promised to come and save us from our sins.

Join us this December as we discover the real reason for Christmas and the true significance of the season, that Jesus came into the world to save sinners. We will explore this truth through three trees, the bad tree, Jesus' family tree, and the Gospel tree. In this first message, we will examine Genesis 3:1-8 as we learn about the tree of the knowledge of good and evil and the devastating effects of the Fall, showing why the world desperately needs a Savior.

Join us as we study Romans 12:9 and discover how life in the household of God is shaped by Gospel-driven ethics. This verse calls us to love authentically, hate what is evil, and cling to what is good. These are three foundational rules for living as God's people.

Join us as we walk through Romans 12:3-8 and discover what it means to live as the body of Christ. In this message, we'll be challenged to think with humility, embrace our belonging with clarity and serve with faithfulness for the good of the church and the glory of Christ.

What does it mean to truly know and follow God's will? In Romans 12:2, Paul outlines a powerful process of spiritual transformation. This verse calls us to walk the path of discovering God's will by yielding to His transforming work, renewing our minds though Scripture and discerning His desire and direction for our lives. This isn't a one-time decision, but a lifelong pursuit of being conformed to Christ through the power of the Holy Spirit.

Join us this Sunday as we study Romans 12:2, where we'll be challenged to resist being conformed to this age. This command is mandated by God, calls for a mindful rejection of worldly influence, and is manifested through a life that stands apart for His glory

Join us this morning as we study Roans 12:1. In this text we are encouraged to live wholly devoted to God by encouraging one another, being moved by His mercies, offering our lives as pleasing sacrifices, and thinking rightly about true worship.

Join us as we study Romans 11:30-36, where we will be challenged to glorify God for His great mercy extended to all, His great transcendence displayed in wisdom, knowledge, and gifts, and His great sovereignty as the Creator, Provider, and ultimate purpose of all things.

Join us as we study Romans 11:17-22, where we will be encouraged to live with humility by remembering God's gracious plan of salvation, by revering His holiness with faith and awe, and by remaining in His kindness through steadfast dependence on His grace.

In Romans 11:13-16, Paul calls us to conform to a biblical perspective. We will see how to cultivate our calling, continue in God's sovereign plan, and find comfort in His unfailing faithfulness. Join us as we seek to think biblically together.

In a culture that treats marriage as a transaction, a social construct, or a merely civil arrangement, Jesus takes us back to God's design. From creation to the cross, Scripture shows marriage as a public, lifelong covenant between one man and one woman, formed and upheld by God to display the gospel, promote holiness, and serve His mission.

So, join us this morning as we open to Romans 11:12, Here we see Paul explain how God works His Sovereign purposes through both Israel's failure and Israel's future restoration

This morning, we're going to dive into Romans 11:7-11. It's a powerful passage that'll fill us with joy and encouragement. We'll learn to embrace God's plan for our salvation, even if it means facing some challenges. We'll also marvel at His mercy and His incredible purpose for Israel and the world. So join and let's explore this amazing passage together.

Join us as we study Romans 11:1-6, where we will be challenged to embrace God's faithfulness to Hs chosen remnant- a faithfulness that secures His people, is revealed in Scripture, and is sovereignly and graciously applied.

In Romans 10:18-21, Paul confronts a paradox: God's saving message has gone out into the world clearly proclaimed, fully heard yet many still reject it. This rejection, however, does not frustrate His plan. Salvation is entirely orchestrated by God: His Word is proclaimed, His sovereign design is carried out, and His mercy remains open to all who will believe. This sermon calls you to trust in the God whose purposes never fail, and whose mercy is still extended to you today.

Join us this morning as we discuss salvation and the only proper response to God saving us!

Join us this morning as we're challenged to embrace our great proclamation - by remembering our calling to proclaim Christ faithfully, rejoicing even when rejected, and relying on the power of His Word to bring saving faith.

Join us as we study Romans 10:9-13 and are challenged to the glory in the Great Message-the gospel that clearly defines saving faith, proclaims grace as gift, and calls all people to embrace Jesus by faith.

In this second message from our series the Great Gospel, we turn to Romans 10: 4-8 to see that he only solution to the tragedy of legalism and self-righteousness is faith alone in Christ alone, by which we are made truly righteous.

In this series, Pastor Caleb will describe the great gospel and how we should think about outreach. In Part One, from Romans 9:30- 10:3, we will learn that despite faithful prayers for our neighbors' salvation, many reject the gospel - caught in a failed pursuit of righteousness by works and displaying fallacious piety marked by zeal without knowledge

In this message, we explore how God's sovereign call extends beyond national or ethnic boundaries to include both Jews and Gentiles, Paul reminds us that God's grace is not only selective- it is merciful, faithful, and rooted in covenant promise. As believers, we are called to live within His plan with humble hope, embracing his calling, trusting His promises, and rejoicing in His salvation. This passage invites us to reflect on God's unchanging faithfulness and how we, as the Church, fit into His redemptive plan alongside Israel

In this message, we reflect on the sovereign authority of God as the Potter and ourselves as clay in His hands. Drawing from the biblical text, we are called to humbly submit to His purposes, trust His design, and stand in awe as He reveals His glory through our lives. This sermon challenges us to embrace God's rightful rule and to find comfort in His perfect wisdom

We have the resources we need to bear fruit so we need to make the effort!