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Passage: Galatians 2:15-21 The point of the law is not to justify you, but to condemn you. Our only hope for life and right relationship with God is faith in the risen Christ.
This sermon was preached by Tom Wilkins on May, 24th, 2026.
Jesus did not die and resurrect so that bad people could become good, it was so that dead people could become alive. Jesus has the power to transform our lives and we are called to live alive with and for Jesus.
Send us Fan Mail✍️SHOW NOTES✍️In the bustling heart of the Roman Empire, where cultures, philosophies, and religions intertwined, a letter arrived that would forever shape the course of Christian thought. Written by the Apostle Paul around A.D. 57, the Book of Romans stands as one of the most profound theological works in history—a message of faith, grace, and transformation addressed to believers living in the capital of the ancient world.SMASH that LIKE button.
Does God's infinite grace mean we have a "license to sin"? In this Sunday evening study, our guest speaker Parker Reynolds dives into **Romans chapter 6** to answer the question Paul poses: "Are we to continue in sin that grace may abound?".While it's true that where sin increased, grace abounded all the more, Paul is clear that this is not an invitation to live an unrepentant life. We explore the transformative power of the gospel, the symbolism of baptism as a death and resurrection, and why true grace leads to a life of radical obedience rather than a "crook's admirable arrangement" of sin and easy forgiveness.**Key Topics Covered:****The Debt We Can't Repay:** Why good deeds alone cannot tip the scales of our guilt or atone for our sins.**The Beauty of the Gift:** Exploring how justification comes as a free gift through the redemption found in Jesus Christ.**The Meaning of Baptism:** How being buried with Christ in baptism allows us to rise and "walk in newness of life".**Grace vs. License:** Deconstructing the flawed logic that "I like sin and God likes forgiving," and why sin remains destructive to our lives and relationships.**Instruments of Righteousness:** The call to renounce worldly passions and align our will with God's purpose as "zealous for good works".
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Before we celebrate baptism, we need to understand what it represents. In Ephesians 2, we see the reality of our condition apart from God—dead in sin and unable to save ourselves. But because of His great love, God makes us alive through the grace of Jesus. This message reminds us that salvation is not something we achieve, but something we receive, and that through Christ we are given new life, new identity, and new purpose.
Sermon by Jonathan Wisdom on 5/03/2026 at New Covenant Church in Anderson, SC. Scripture passage: Ephesians 2:1-10 1. The Wretchedness of Our Sin (v. 1-3) 2. The Riches of God's Mercy (v. 4-7) 3. The Renewal of God's Grace (v. 8-10) www.ncchurch.net
Send us Fan Mail✍️SHOW NOTES✍️In the bustling heart of the Roman Empire, where cultures, philosophies, and religions intertwined, a letter arrived that would forever shape the course of Christian thought. Written by the Apostle Paul around A.D. 57, the Book of Romans stands as one of the most profound theological works in history—a message of faith, grace, and transformation addressed to believers living in the capital of the ancient world.SMASH that LIKE button.
Alive in Christ | Paul Cullen | Westerville Campus | April 26, 2026
The letter to the Romans assumes that we are not naturally right with God. Andrew Heard gets us back into Romans with the good news that we are saved from sin, and saved for a new life in Jesus.
A Sermon on Hebrews 10:19-25 ME - Different types of contracts and covenants to mediate relationships we have together. We have different kinds of relationships that are set up differently in life. – usually built around a common interest or period in life. Friendships – when you start a new job, you…
The letter to the Romans assumes that we are not naturally right with God. Andrew Heard gets us back into Romans with the good news that we are saved from sin, and saved for a new life in Jesus.
Are you dead in sin — or alive in Christ? In this devotion from Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster opens Ephesians chapter 2 and walks us through one of the most sobering and hopeful truths in all of Scripture — that every person born into this world is born spiritually dead because of Adam's sin, but that death is not the end of the story.Drawing from Luke 7:12-15, John 11, Genesis 2:15-17, Romans 5:12, and John 5:24-40 (KJV), Pastor Roderick Webster shows us what it means to be dead in trespasses and sin, and what it means to pass from death unto life through faith in Jesus Christ.You might be asking:- Why does the Bible say I am dead if I am physically alive?- How did Adam's sin affect me personally?- Can someone who goes to church still be spiritually dead?- What does it mean to truly come to Christ and receive life?Key points from this devotion:- Spiritual death entered the world through Adam's disobedience in the Garden of Eden- Every person is born spiritually dead, unable to respond to or understand spiritual things- Jesus demonstrated His power over death by raising three people — a girl, a widow's son, and Lazarus- Coming to Christ is the only way to change a death sentence into everlasting life- The invitation is open today — come to Christ before it is too lateIf this devotion blessed you, please like, leave a comment, share it with someone who needs it, and subscribe so you never miss a Word From The Word.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:
In the 3rd episode of our Good Good News series, Cameron and Anna discuss the gospel benefit of regeneration. Regeneration is the name for God making us a new creation, whereby we are raised from spiritual death and made alive in Christ. This is good news for parents who cannot seem to change their child's behavior-- or their own, sometimes-- the Holy Spirit will change us from the inside out. Canons of Dort John 3:5-8 Ephesians 2:1-5 A Lasting Family Resemblance by Dawson Cooper How to Change the Heart of Your Teenager with Paul David Tripp (Rooted Parent podcast) Hosted by Anna Meade Harris, author of God's Grace for Every Family: Biblical Encouragement for Single-Parent Families and the Churches That Seek to Love Them Well, and Cameron Cole, author of Heavenward: How Eternity Can Change Your Life on Earth and Therefore I Have Hope: 12 Truths That Comfort, Sustain, and Redeem in Tragedy.
Are you spiritually dead or alive in Christ? That is the deep and personal question Pastor Roderick Webster opens up in this devotion from Ephesians chapter two, using the King James Version of the Bible.In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster walks us through the powerful contrast Paul draws in Ephesians two between the walk of the unregenerate person, dead in trespasses and sins, and the walk of the believer who has been made alive through God's grace and love.You might be asking:- What does it mean to be spiritually dead?- Can a person look alive on the outside but be dead on the inside?- What changed when God said "but God" in Ephesians two verse four?- How does the story of Jairus' daughter connect to our spiritual condition?Key points from this devotion:- Every person without Christ is spiritually dead, not just struggling- The word "quickened" means made alive, spiritually, not physically- God's rich mercy and great love broke through our spiritual deadness- Jesus has power over physical death, and over spiritual death too- Our walk changed from sin to love the moment Christ saved usIf this devotion encouraged you, please like, leave a comment, share it with a friend, and subscribe so you never miss an episode of Words From The Word.WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:
Alive in Christ (Romans 6:1-4) by Timberline Baptist Church
Message from Jason Smith on April 19, 2026
On this week's episode of Inklings we go over the talk by Dallin H. Oaks: Alive In Christ
Various April 5, 2026 Sunrise.Pastor Lorch encourages us with a message concerning one important result of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, namely that we too can be alive with Christ and in Him.
What does it mean to truly be alive? In 1 Corinthians 15:1–23, Paul anchors our faith in the historical reality of the resurrection of Jesus—and shows us why it changes everything.The resurrection is not just a moment we celebrate; it is the foundation of our hope and the source of our new life. Because Jesus has been raised, sin and death no longer have the final word. What was once dead is now alive, and those who are in Christ are invited into that same life—both now and forever.This Easter message reminds us that gospel people are not defined by death, defeat, or despair, but by the life, victory, and promise of the risen Jesus. In Him, we are made alive.For more information about Integrity Church, visit our website, http://liveintegritychurch.orgConnect with us on social media throughout the week to stay up to date on events and things happening at Integrity!Instagram: @integrity_churchFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/liveintegrity/
This is part two of a three part Holy Week series entitled Christ Our Hope in Life and Death. For more information about Northfield Community Church in Northfield, MN, go to our website - northfieldcc.org.
Romans : The Power of Grace | Week 11: Dead to Sin, Alive in Christ | Brian Bloye
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You can go through all the motions of life and still feel like something is missing. But what if real life isn't found in what you do, but in who you are in Christ? Through Jesus, we move from spiritual death to true life, and discover an identity that changes everything.
Do you truly understand how sealed, loved, and alive you are in Christ? In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster continues through the 27 blessings of Ephesians (KJV) and unpacks three more that every believer must claim today — starting with the seal that nothing and no one can break.In this episode:Blessing 7: Sealed with the Holy Spirit of promise until the day of redemption (Eph. 1:13–14)Why the Holy Spirit can be grieved — and how to guard against it (Eph. 4:30)Blessing 8: Greatly loved by a God who is rich in mercy (Eph. 2:4)How Christ's love for the church sets the standard for every husbandBlessing 9: Made alive together with Christ when you were dead in sins (Eph. 2:5–6)What it means to already be seated in heavenly places in Christ Jesus
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Alive in Christ. Ephesians 2: 1-10. March, 8th, 2026. Chad Reeves
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How are we truly freed from people pleasing and performance mode? Join Pastor Rick as he dives into the answer. NEXT STEPS: I will keep the old me buried. I will memorize Galatians 2:20.
Why is there death? How did Jesus' death on the cross actually defeat death? These are important questions to ponder, especially during Lent, and the good news is that Bible gives us answers.
I. Christians have a new identity in Christ. II. Christians have a new position in Christ. III. Christians can have a new posture toward the world, the flesh, and the devil.
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“This is not a spectator sport.” Justin Younger preaches from Romans about sin, grace, and what it truly means to live as someone who has been made new in Christ—calling listeners to examine not just what they believe, but how they live. Romans reminds us that righteousness is received, not earned. If you are born again, your identity is no longer “sinner,” but son or daughter. From that foundation, this message challenges believers to grow up spiritually, walk in obedience, and stop treating church as the only place they hear God. This sermon is both a confrontation and an invitation. It invites listeners into real relationship with Jesus, where freedom from habitual sin is not found through striving or self-improvement, but through abiding fully in Him. Justin speaks plainly about conviction—not as shame or condemnation, but as the Holy Spirit's loving invitation to go deeper, to surrender honestly, and to let Jesus fill every place where sin once ruled. As you listen, be prepared to be challenged. This message calls us out of hiding, out of pretending, and out of passive Christianity. Following Jesus means responding, obeying, and living like Him every day. God is not training spectators—He is forming disciples who are willing to get in the game and live a transformed life in Christ. https://theroads.church
Ephesians 2 reveals the miraculous transformation that occurs through God's grace alone, bringing life to what was once dead in sin. We unpack how salvation isn't about human effort but about receiving new life as God's workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for the good works he prepared in advance. Listen now and be inspired to live out your identity as part of God's unified family on mission.
All that Adam lost by breaking the creation covenant has been gained for us by Christ in the new covenant. Today, R.C. Sproul explains the effects of Adam's sin on mankind and reveals our only hope in a fallen world. Get R.C. Sproul's book The Promises of God, plus digital access to his video teaching series The Promise Keeper and accompanying study guide, with your donation: https://gift.renewingyourmind.org/4576/offer Live outside the U.S. and Canada? Get the digital teaching series and study guide with your donation: https://www.renewingyourmind.org/global Meet Today's Teacher: R.C. Sproul (1939–2017) was founder of Ligonier Ministries, first minister of preaching and teaching at Saint Andrew's Chapel, first president of Reformation Bible College, and executive editor of Tabletalk magazine. Meet the Host: Nathan W. Bingham is vice president of media for Ligonier Ministries, executive producer and host of Renewing Your Mind, and host of the Ask Ligonier podcast. Renewing Your Mind is a donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts
Freedom in Christ is not just a spiritual idea—it’s a lived reality. This Christian devotional explores what it means to be alive in Christ, revealing how faith in Jesus breaks the power of sin and invites believers into a transformed life of obedience and hope. Rooted in Romans 6:11–12, this devotion reminds us that through Christ, we are no longer slaves to sin but children of God, empowered to live differently. Highlights Faith in Jesus breaks the bondage of sin Believers are no longer slaves but children of God True transformation comes through surrender to Christ God offers redemption and second chances to anyone who believes Being alive in Christ means choosing obedience over fleshly desires Temptation loses power when we submit ourselves to God Lasting freedom is found only in Christ, not in the world Do you want to listen ad-free? 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Whether we're helping people pay off their unsecured debt or offering assistance to those behind in their mortgage payments. https://trinitycredit.org Full Transcript Below: Alive in ChristBy Vivian Bricker Bible Reading:“In the same way, count yourselves dead to sin but alive to God in Christ Jesus. Therefore do not let sin reign in your mortal body so that you obey its evil desires” (Romans 6:11-12). From the moment we place faith in Jesus, our lives change. We are no longer held in bondage to sin in the same way as we used to be. While we will all continue to struggle with sin throughout our lives, we are no longer slaves to sin. Instead, we are children of God. As His children, we are no longer compelled to obey the sinful flesh as we should want to follow, glorify, and obey God in every area of our lives. Many people have radical changes after placing faith in Jesus and I had the privilege of getting to know someone who had one of these amazing changes in their life. There was an employee at my former Bible college who was known to be a previous criminal, and he served many years in prison due to his crimes. While he was in prison, he placed faith in the Lord and his entire life changed. I did not know this person prior to his conversion, but I do know he is one of the kindest individuals I have ever had the honor of meeting. Whenever I think of this individual, I am reminded of the power of the Lord. He can completely transform a person’s life and give them a second chance. This man was always more than happy to tell anyone about Jesus and how much He had done in his life. When we choose to follow Jesus and surrender our lives to Him, only good will come from it. By turning to Jesus, we are choosing life. If you have not placed faith in Jesus yet, know that it is never too late to believe in Him. If you believe that Jesus died for your sins, was buried, and rose again, you will be saved (Romans 10:9-11). Intersecting Faith & Life: The Bible tells us, “In the same way, count yourselves dead to sin but alive to God in Christ Jesus. Therefore do not let sin reign in your mortal body so that you obey its evil desires” (Romans 6:11-12). The Apostle Paul spoke these words to the Roman Church, but they still apply to us today. We are dead to sin, but alive in Christ Jesus. This means that we are no longer subject to obey the sinful flesh. Rather than submitting to worldly desires, we submit ourselves to God (James 4:7). God has powerful things in store for us; all we need to do is follow Him. Even if the sinful flesh tries to tempt us by saying sin is the “better way,” we know that true life is only found in Christ. Turning away from sin looks like staying away from anything that tempts us or causes sin to rise in our hearts. For example, if jealousy is a common sin you struggle with, avoid spending too much time on social media. Choose to practice thankfulness for all the blessings of God in your life and avoid comparing yourself to others. Talk with God in prayer, lean on Him, and study His Word. It may also help to lean on other believers and ask them for their advice in rising above the temptations of the flesh. Jesus Himself knows what it feels like to be tempted, and He will help us find a way to escape it (Hebrews 4:15). Have you been made alive in Christ? If not, what is holding you back? What sin keeps you bogged down? How might you ask the Lord to help you fight back against this sin? Further Reading: Romans 6:23 2 Corinthians 5:17 Ephesians 3:20-21 Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Message by Pastor J.J. Stanbridge Text: Ephesians 6:10-20 The post Alive in Christ – WEEK 18 appeared first on Flint Hill Baptist Church.
The Bible warns us that from the moment we are saved, we are hunted. In this sermon, Pastor Joe Rice preaches on Proverbs 6:5 and Proverbs 22:3, showing how Satan's hunters seek to destroy destinies, discourage new converts, and derail believers. From false prophets to debt, distractions, and even well-meaning family, the enemy uses many hunters. Learn how to stay aware, protect your spiritual life, and move from merely surviving to thriving.This message is a wake-up call for every believer: don't be ignorant, don't wander on the edges—stay in the middle of God's will, outlast the attacks, and live in the power of Christ's resurrection.https://TakingTheLandPodcast.comSUBSCRIBE TO PREMIUM FOR MORE:• Subscribe for only $3/month on Supercast: https://taking-the-land.supercast.com/• Subscribe for only $3.99/month on Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-land/subscribe• Subscribe for only $4.99/month on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3vy1s5b00:00 Missionary Work and Heritage00:28 Honoring Missionaries and Their Sacrifices03:17 The Value of New Converts06:45 Surviving Your Many Hunters09:44 Understanding the Nature of Being Hunted12:32 The Consequences of Ignorance15:45 Satan's Early and Persistent Attacks18:24 The Role of the Church Community21:25 Warnings and Lessons from Experience27:00 The Deceptive Forces in Destiny29:45 Identifying and Overcoming Hunters of Destiny32:31 The Role of Family and Friends in Our Journey38:05 Surviving and Thriving Amidst Challenges43:47 Encouragement and Self-Strengthening52:09 The Power of Resurrection and PerseveranceShow NotesALL PROCEEDS GO TO WORLD EVANGELISMLocate a CFM Church near you: https://cfmmap.orgWe need five-star reviews! Tell the world what you think about this podcast at: • Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3vy1s5b • Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/taking-the-land-cfm-sermon-pod-43369