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Pastor David Harris Wednesday June 4, 2025

This week, Pastor Tony Herring continues our study through The Book Of Romans and shares from Romans 12 about how when we put everything on the altar, God is pleased, we are blessed and everyone around us will taste and see that The Lord is good!

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The Gospel Manifesto in the Book of Romans Pt. 6: God's Plan By Louie Marsh, 6-1-2025   Opening Graphics on Planning – ends with the 3 circles   1) I'm NOT in charge – God is!   19  You will say to me then, “Why does he still find fault? For who can resist his will?” 20  But who are you, O man, to answer back to God? Will what is molded say to its molder, “Why have you made me like this?” 21  Has the potter no right over the clay, to make out of the same lump one vessel for honorable use and another for dishonorable use? 22  What if God, desiring to show his wrath and to make known his power, has endured with much patience vessels of wrath prepared for destruction, 23  in order to make known the riches of his glory for vessels of mercy, which he has prepared beforehand for glory— 24  even us whom he has called, not from the Jews only but also from the Gentiles? 25  As indeed he says in Hosea, “Those who were not my people I will call ‘my people,' and her who was not beloved I will call ‘beloved.'” 26  “And in the very place where it was said to them, ‘You are not my people,' there they will be called ‘sons of the living God.'” Romans 9:19-26 (ESV)   2) I need to REACH OUT to the lost just like God does.   5  For Moses writes about the righteousness that is based on the law, that the person who does the commandments shall live by them. 6  But the righteousness based on faith says, “Do not say in your heart, ‘Who will ascend into heaven?'” (that is, to bring Christ down) 7  “or ‘Who will descend into the abyss?'” (that is, to bring Christ up from the dead). 8  But what does it say? “The word is near you, in your mouth and in your heart” (that is, the word of faith that we proclaim); 9  because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. 10  For with the heart one believes and is justified, and with the mouth one confesses and is saved. 11  For the Scripture says, “Everyone who believes in him will not be put to shame.” 12  For there is no distinction between Jew and Greek; for the same Lord is Lord of all, bestowing his riches on all who call on him. 13  For “everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.” Romans 10:5-13 (ESV)   3) God's Plan is open to everyone who puts their FAITH in Christ.   17  But if some of the branches were broken off, and you, although a wild olive shoot, were grafted in among the others and now share in the nourishing root of the olive tree, 18  do not be arrogant toward the branches. If you are, remember it is not you who support the root, but the root that supports you. 19  Then you will say, “Branches were broken off so that I might be grafted in.” 20  That is true. They were broken off because of their unbelief, but you stand fast through faith. So do not become proud, but fear. 21  For if God did not spare the natural branches, neither will he spare you. 22  Note then the kindness and the severity of God: severity toward those who have fallen, but God's kindness to you, provided you continue in his kindness. Otherwise you too will be cut off. 23  And even they, if they do not continue in their unbelief, will be grafted in, for God has the power to graft them in again. Romans 11:17-23 (ESV)   · The Eternal Plan of God is UNSTOPPABLE.   25  Lest you be wise in your own sight, I do not want you to be unaware of this mystery, brothers: a partial hardening has come upon Israel, until the fullness of the Gentiles has come in. 26  And in this way all Israel will be saved, as it is written, “The Deliverer will come from Zion, he will banish ungodliness from Jacob”; 27  “and this will be my covenant with them when I take away their sins.” 28  As regards the gospel, they are enemies for your sake. But as regards election, they are beloved for the sake of their forefathers. Romans 11:25-28 (ESV)   · But I can miss God's plan for my life if I don't BELIEVE.   4) God is far wiser than I can EVER UNDERSTAND.   33  Oh, the depth of the riches and wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are his judgments and how inscrutable his ways! 34  “For who has known the mind of the Lord, or who has been his counselor?” 35  “Or who has given a gift to him that he might be repaid?” 36  For from him and through him and to him are all things. To him be glory forever. Amen. Romans 11:33-36 (ESV)      

by Elder Chris McCool, Pastor (preached on March 30, 2025) Paul begins the seventh chapter of Romans by reminding us that, as children of God, we are dead to the Law but married to Christ. In doing so, he is dealing with the constant struggle that regenerated disciples have between the two ditches of legalism...

Send us a textI believe The Book of Romans stands as the most  profound of all the biblical letters, meticulously crafted by the Apostle Paul to address the pressing question: How can a righteous God make unrighteous people righteous? This exploration unfolds through a structured progression, revealing the depth of God's redemptive plan.1. Righteousness Needed (Romans 1:18–3:20)Paul begins by establishing the universal need for righteousness. He portrays humanity's descent into sin, highlighting that both Gentiles and Jews are under sin's dominion. This section culminates in the assertion that "all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God" (Romans 3:23), emphasizing that no one is justified by works of the law.2. Justification by Faith (Romans 3:21–4:25)Transitioning from the problem to the solution, Paul introduces justification by faith. He explains that God's righteousness is revealed through faith in Jesus Christ for all who believe (Romans 3:22). This justification is a gift of grace, made possible through the redemption in Christ Jesus. Paul uses Abraham as a prime example, illustrating that righteousness was credited to him through faith, not works.Desiring God3. Righteousness Accomplished (Romans 5–8)Having established justification, Paul delves into its implications. He contrasts Adam's act, which brought condemnation, with Christ's act of righteousness, leading to justification and life for all men (Romans 5:18). Believers are united with Christ in His death and resurrection, symbolized through baptism, and are called to live as instruments of righteousness. Paul acknowledges the struggle with sin but assures that through the Spirit, believers are empowered to live victoriously, with nothing able to separate them from God's love (Romans 8:38-39).4. Righteousness Vindicated (Romans 9–11)Paul addresses the complex relationship between God's sovereignty and human responsibility, particularly concerning Israel. He affirms that God's word has not failed and that not all who are descended from Israel belong to Israel (Romans 9:6). While Israel pursued righteousness through the law, they stumbled over the "stumbling stone," Christ. However, Paul holds hope for Israel's future salvation, emphasizing God's mercy and the mystery of His redemptive plan.5. Righteousness Practiced (Romans 12:1–15:13)Concluding with practical exhortations, Paul urges believers to present their bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God (Romans 12:1). He outlines how righteousness manifests in daily life: sincere love, honoring others, being zealous in service, patient in affliction, and faithful in prayer. Believers are called to live in harmony, overcome evil with good, and submit to governing authorities, embodying the transformative power of the gospel in all aspects of life.SummaryRomans masterfully articulates the journey from recognizing humanity's unrighteousness to embracing God's provision of righteousness through faith in Christ. It underscores that righteousness is not achieved by human effort but is a gift received by faith, leading to a transformeSupport the showFor an ad-free version of my podcasts plus the opportunity to enjoy hours of exclusive content and two bonus episodes a month whilst also helping keep the Bible Project Daily Podcast free for listeners everywhere support me at;|PatreonSupport me to continue making great content for listeners everywhere.https://thebibleproject.buzzsprout.com

by Elder Chris McCool, Pastor (preached on March 23, 2025) Yesterday we began a review of the first six chapters of Romans, reminding ourselves of what Paul has taught leading up to the seventh chapter. We looked at the righteousness of God versus the sinfulness of man as set forth by the Apostle from the...

by Elder Chris McCool, Pastor (preached on In today’s sermon, we engage in a review of where we are to this point in the exposition of Romans. We have covered the first six chapters, and are about to launch into the seventh chapter and the lead up to the climactic teachings of Romans Eight and...

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by Elder Chris McCool, Pastor (preached on January 19, 2025) When we paused the message last time, we were learning that, not only is there a difference between “wages” and a “gift,” but there is also a vast difference between a “gift” and an “offer.” Nowhere in Scripture do we read about salvation being “offered”...

by Elder Chris McCool, Pastor (preached on January 19, 2025) As we conclude Chapter 6 of Romans, we find a very important verse: “For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” Beloved friends, there is a difference between “wages” and a “gift”! Join us today as we begin looking at this concept, and we also begin to see that...

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The Gospel Manifesto in the Book of Romans Pt. 5: Winning the War Against Sin, Romans 7: 7-8:39 By Louie Marsh, 5-25-2025   3 Funny Church Signs   The Transformational Arc – To the bottom and then up, to the end of myself, forsaking myself, realizing I'm in Christ, trusting in Jesus to take me up!   1) The Law SHOWS me what sin is.   7  What then shall we say? That the law is sin? By no means! Yet if it had not been for the law, I would not have known sin. For I would not have known what it is to covet if the law had not said, “You shall not covet.” 8  But sin, seizing an opportunity through the commandment, produced in me all kinds of covetousness. For apart from the law, sin lies dead. 9  I was once alive apart from the law, but when the commandment came, sin came alive and I died. 10  The very commandment that promised life proved to be death to me. 11  For sin, seizing an opportunity through the commandment, deceived me and through it killed me. 12  So the law is holy, and the commandment is holy and righteous and good. Romans 7:7-12 (ESV)   2) The Law REVEALS the true state of my heart.   13  Did that which is good, then, bring death to me? By no means! It was sin, producing death in me through what is good, in order that sin might be shown to be sin, and through the commandment might become sinful beyond measure. 14  For we know that the law is spiritual, but I am of the flesh, sold under sin. 15  For I do not understand my own actions. For I do not do what I want, but I do the very thing I hate. 16  Now if I do what I do not want, I agree with the law, that it is good. 17  So now it is no longer I who do it, but sin that dwells within me. 18  For I know that nothing good dwells in me, that is, in my flesh. For I have the desire to do what is right, but not the ability to carry it out. 19  For I do not do the good I want, but the evil I do not want is what I keep on doing. 20  Now if I do what I do not want, it is no longer I who do it, but sin that dwells within me. Romans 7:13-20 (ESV)   3) The Law exposes the war between my TWO SELVES.   21  So I find it to be a law that when I want to do right, evil lies close at hand. 22  For I delight in the law of God, in my inner being, 23  but I see in my members another law waging war against the law of my mind and making me captive to the law of sin that dwells in my members. Romans 7:21-23 (ESV)   4) The Law brings me to despair – the end of MYSELF.   24  Wretched man that I am! Who will deliver me from this body of death? 25  Thanks be to God through Jesus Christ our Lord! So then, I myself serve the law of God with my mind, but with my flesh I serve the law of sin. Romans 7:24-25 (ESV)   5) The Six Facets of Christ's Victory Over Sin.   · Guilt & Shame are GONE because of Jesus! 1  There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. 2  For the law of the Spirit of life has set you free in Christ Jesus from the law of sin and death. 3  For God has done what the law, weakened by the flesh, could not do. By sending his own Son in the likeness of sinful flesh and for sin, he condemned sin in the flesh, 4  in order that the righteous requirement of the law might be fulfilled in us, who walk not according to the flesh but according to the Spirit. Romans 8:1-4 (ESV)   …there is not even one bit…  Kenneth S. Wuest Translation   · My old nature no longer CONTROLS ME.   5  For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit set their minds on the things of the Spirit. 6  For to set the mind on the flesh is death, but to set the mind on the Spirit is life and peace. 7  For the mind that is set on the flesh is hostile to God, for it does not submit to God's law; indeed, it cannot. 8  Those who are in the flesh cannot please God. 9  You, however, are not in the flesh but in the Spirit, if in fact the Spirit of God dwells in you. Anyone who does not have the Spirit of Christ does not belong to him. 10  But if Christ is in you, although the body is dead because of sin, the Spirit is life because of righteousness. 11  If the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, he who raised Christ Jesus from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through his Spirit who dwells in you. 12  So then, brothers, we are debtors, not to the flesh, to live according to the flesh. 13  For if you live according to the flesh you will die, but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live. Romans 8:5-13 (ESV)   · My relationship with Christ is CONFIRMED.   14  For all who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God. 15  For you did not receive the spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you have received the Spirit of adoption as sons, by whom we cry, “Abba! Father!” 16  The Spirit himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God, 17  and if children, then heirs—heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ, provided we suffer with him in order that we may also be glorified with him. Romans 8:14-17 (ESV)   · My eternal inheritance is GUARANTEED.   18  For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us. 19  For the creation waits with eager longing for the revealing of the sons of God. 20  For the creation was subjected to futility, not willingly, but because of him who subjected it, in hope 21  that the creation itself will be set free from its bondage to corruption and obtain the freedom of the glory of the children of God. 22  For we know that the whole creation has been groaning together in the pains of childbirth until now. 23  And not only the creation, but we ourselves, who have the firstfruits of the Spirit, groan inwardly as we wait eagerly for adoption as sons, the redemption of our bodies. 24  For in this hope we were saved. Now hope that is seen is not hope. For who hopes for what he sees? 25  But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait for it with patience. Romans 8:18-25 (ESV)   · My part in God's eternal plan is REVEALED.   26  Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words. 27  And he who searches hearts knows what is the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints according to the will of God. 28  And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose. 29  For those whom he foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, in order that he might be the firstborn among many brothers. 30  And those whom he predestined he also called, and those whom he called he also justified, and those whom he justified he also glorified. Romans 8:26-30 (ESV)   · In Christ alone though I suffer I am a SUPER-CONQUEROR!    31  What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? 32  He who did not spare his own Son but gave him up for us all, how will he not also with him graciously give us all things? 33  Who shall bring any charge against God's elect? It is God who justifies. 34  Who is to condemn? Christ Jesus is the one who died—more than that, who was raised—who is at the right hand of God, who indeed is interceding for us. 35  Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or danger, or sword? 36  As it is written, “For your sake we are being killed all the day long; we are regarded as sheep to be slaughtered.” 37  No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. 38  For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, 39  nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 8:31-39 (ESV)  

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by Elder Chris McCool, Pastor (preached on January 12, 2025) In our daily struggle of discipleship, one of the most important things that will help us is to remember to thank God for freeing us from the bondage of sin. It is so important to remember that the new birth has changed us! Regeneration doesn’t...

Pastor David Harris Wednesday May 21, 2025

by Elder Chris McCool, Pastor (preached on January 12, 2025) As we continue examining Romans 6, we are now looking at the principle of Christian “self control.” This implicates our discipleship – i.e., our Christian walk. As children of God, in light of the glorious grace of God, we should see our discipleship differently! Join...

by Elder Chris McCool, Pastor (preached on December 8, 2024) When we paused the message yesterday, we were learning that our self image should be different after we are born again. In our Christian self image, we should no longer see sin in the same way; rather than acceptable, we should see it as reprehensible....

by Elder Chris McCool, Pastor (preached on December 8, 2024) As we delve back into the Book of Romans, we come to Chapter 6. This chapter begins with a discussion of how we should see ourselves as newly-reborn Christians – i.e., our Christian self image. The first thing we learn is that we should see...

Pastor David Harris Wednesday May 14, 2025

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Pastor David Harris Wednesday April 30, 2025

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This weekend on "The Chosen People," Dr. Mitch Glaser and Robert Walter begin an engaging series on the book of Romans. They will dive into chapters 9–11 and reveal God's faithfulness to His covenant with Israel. Explore the mystery of Israel's “partial hardening” and what “the fullness of the Gentiles” means for both Jewish and Gentile believers in God's redemptive plan (Romans 11:25)!

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Pastor David Harris Wednesday April 9, 2025

Jim Keena | Guest Speaker Referenced Scripture: Romans 7:14-25 & Galatians 5:17-23 Reflection Questions: 1. In which areas of your life is your “spirit willing,” but your “flesh weak”? For example, is it exercising, organizing, cutting out junk food, or filing your income taxes by April 15th? In other words, what is something you've tried really hard to change in your life but find yourself falling back into old patterns? 2. Read Romans 7:14-25 aloud. What stands out to you in Paul's description of his inner conflict? In the sermon, Jim mentioned that when he was 19 years old, he appreciated Paul's honesty and vulnerability. How do you respond to Paul's vivid portrayal of his internal struggle? 3. Verse 15 states: “I do not understand what I do. For what I want to do I do not do, but what I hate I do.” Can you relate to this? How have you experienced this tug-of-war in your spiritual journey? 4. In Romans 7:16-17, Paul describes the source of our struggle as “sin that dwells within me.” This “indwelling sin” refers to the constant presence and influence of sin in a believer's life, even after they have been justified and regenerated by faith in Jesus Christ. Why is it beneficial to recognize this as a spiritual reality for all Christians? 5. Romans 7:22 states, “For in my inner being I delight in God's law.” How can a person genuinely delight in God's law yet still struggle to live by it consistently? What does this reveal about the journey of spiritual growth? 6. Romans 7:24 states, “What a wretched man I am! Who will rescue me from this body that is subject to death?” How does this verse express both despair and longing? Have you ever experienced that kind of desperation in your relationship with God? 7. The sermon emphasized that Romans 7:24-25 could be referred to as Paul's Four Steps. How do these steps connect to the struggle you face between your flesh and spirit? Have you taken these steps?They are:* HONEST CONFESSION: “Wretched man that I am!” (7:24a)* DESPERATE QUESTION: “Who will deliver me from this body of death?” (7:24b)* GOSPEL DECLARATION: “Thanks be to God through Jesus Christ our Lord!” (Romans 7:25a) * OPEN ADMISSION: “So then, I serve the law of God with my mind, but with my flesh, I serve the law of sin.” (7:25b) 8. Tim Keller writes, “The gospel is this: We are more sinful and flawed in ourselves than we ever dared believe, yet at the very same time, we are more loved and accepted in Jesus Christ than we ever dared hope.” How does Keller's quote relate to Romans 7:14-25? How does his quote relate to you? What's your next step? * Connect: We'd love to connect with you! Fill out our Connect Card to receive more information, have us pray for you, or to ask us any questions: http://journeybozeman.com/connectcard * Connect: Get your children connected to our children's ministry, Base Camp: https://journeybozeman.com/children * Connect: Our Student Ministry is for High School and Middle School students: https://journeybozeman.com/students * Give: Want to worship through giving and support the ministry of Journey Church: https://journeybozeman.com/give * Gather: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/JourneyChurchBozeman * Gather: Download our app: https://journeybozeman.com/app * Gather: Join our Facebook Group to stay connected throughout the week: https://facebook.com/groups/JourneyChurchBozeman 

Bob Schwahn | Lead Pastor| April 6, 2025   Referenced Scripture:  Romans 6:13-14, Psalm 139:23-24, James 5:16, Proverbs 28:13, Psalm 32:1-5, 1 John 1:8-9   Reflection Questions:  1. If you did Step 4 from two weeks ago, what did you learn about yourself?  What did you like/not like about doing a moral inventory?  Share about the process.   2. We transform and grow and are healed when we are in an environment where we are known and loved.  Why do you think this true and necessary?  If you disagree, why do you disagree?   3. What makes confessing our sin and being vulnerable to others difficult for you?  What barriers to you need to overcome to make confession part of your life and practice?   4. Share a time when you confessed sin to someone else and experienced healing and change.  Have you ever had confession go poorly?  What made it a bad experience?   5. What needs to be true of someone that you would share your moral inventory with?  Describe them.   6. Do you have a person like that in your life?  If not, what steps could you take to develop that kind of relationship?  Are you that kind of person for others?   7. Why is confessing our sin to another person a big and real test of our faith in God?  What makes it risky?  What is the reward of confession?  Do you think the risk is worth the reward?  Why or why not?   8. What is one thing that you could confess to a friend this week to experience grace and healing?  Who will you do that with?  When will you do it?

4-6-25 Biblical-Literacy Mark taught the second lesson in Romans with an emphasis on the beginning verses of chapter one. Paul wrote Romans around 55AD. Mark breaks down the lessons: Paul's Salutation to the Romans He is a servant of Jesus Christ. Called to be an apostle to share the Gospel. Grace and peace.  Paul's Prayer Thank God for the Romans' faith and prays for their strength.  Paul's Theme Paul is not ashamed of the Gospel: the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus. It is the power of God for salvation. Mark will devote next Sunday's lesson to expanding on Paul's theme. Points for home: There is a lot to be praying about in this world Amazing news of the Gospel That is worth singing about Listen to Mark review lesson 1 and share insights into today's lesson. Paul's opening shows his humility, love for God and the Romans, and his commitment to spreading the Gospel.