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Speaker: Brent Kercheville. Romans 7 has proclaimed an important truth which is summarized in Romans 8:2. You have been set free in Christ Jesus from the law of sin and death. The glorious words of hope are proclaimed in Romans 8:1. “There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” But the message of […] The post The Mind of the Gospel (Romans 8:5-11) appeared first on Biblical Truths from West Palm Beach church of Christ.
A New Gift explores the "new creation" by first defining the tripartite nature of man in Greek as spirit [pneuma], soul [psuche] and body [soma], where the "heart" [kardia] represents the non-material inner man of spirit and soul. Because mankind is born into a state of "flesh" [sarx] -- the unregenerate, weaker element of human nature -- all are inherently sinners and cannot save themselves from the penalty of death (Romans 5:12; 6:23). Regeneration is the "new gift" of eternal life through Jesus Christ. It is a free gift that can neither be earned nor deserved but is provided by God's mercy [Ephesians 2:8-9, Titus 3:5]. Through the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus, the "Word of God" acts as an incorruptible seed that, when received, causes the spirit to be born again and line up 100% with God's Divine nature [1 Peter 1:23; 1 Corinthians 6:17; 2 Corinthians 5:17]. Receiving the new gift requires repentance and faith, which begins with hearing the Gospel [Romans 10:17]. Repentance is described as a change of mind, heart and will where an individual turns from the power of Satan to the power of God [Acts 26:18]. This transformation occurs when a person believes in their heart and confesses with their mouth that Jesus is Lord and that God raised Him from the dead [Romans 10:9-10]. This act of faith allows the Holy Spirit to enter and regenerate the human spirit, making the individual a partaker of the Divine nature [2 Peter 1:4]. While the spirit is perfected instantly at the new birth, this experience provides the power for the ongoing renewal of the soul and serves as a precursor to the future glorification of the body [Acts 3:19; Philippians 3:20-21]. Join me as I share these Scriptures and others for your edification. Selah! [For more: Copy and Paste or Enter into ChatGPT.com, "Create a Study Guide for Episode 809 A New Gift from Abounding Love Ministries" ]. www.aboundinglove.org
What you do with the gospel message—how you respond to God's gift of salvation in Jesus Christ—will determine your eternity. You will either pay for your own sin in Hell, or you will rest in God's grace in Heaven. Which will be true for you? --- The Apostle Paul longed to get to Rome. He knew that if the gospel were well-established in Rome, it would reach the ends of the known world. Before he ever got there, Paul wrote one of the greatest works on the Christian faith ever written - his letter now entitled “Romans.” Join us as we explore highlights from this incredible letter and see why, for Paul, there was no place like Rome. Sermon Notes: http://bible.com/events/49614246 Submit a Question: bit.ly/BeyondSundayQuestions
Welcome to our Heidelberg Catechism devotionals! In this episode, Pastor Jason Van Bemmel of Forest Hill Presbyterian Church wraps up Week 22 by exploring Question #65. If we are made right before God by faith alone, where does that saving faith actually come from? Pastor Jason unpacks how God doesn't just demand faith, but actively provides it. In this episode, we cover: The Source of Faith: How the Holy Spirit actively works faith into our hearts. The Word and the Spirit: Why faith isn't generated by our own willpower, but is birthed through the preaching of the Gospel (Romans 10:17). The Power of the Sacraments: How Baptism and the Lord's Supper serve as visible, tangible confirmations to strengthen the faith God has given us. A Covenant Confirmation: Looking at how signs like circumcision and the Lord's Supper act as a seal of the righteousness we have by faith. To learn more about our church, visit: foresthillpca.org
Speaker: Brent Kercheville. We have taken a break in our study of the gospel through the lens of the book of Romans. But we are returning to this wonderful book and we are going to see in Romans 7-8 the good life that God has promised to those who belong to Christ Jesus. Romans 7 is considered a […] The post The Freedom of the Gospel (Romans 7) appeared first on Biblical Truths from West Palm Beach church of Christ.
The secret things belong unto the LORD our God: but those things which are revealed belong unto us and to our children for ever, that we may do all the words of this law. (Deuteronomy 29:29) ~~~~~~ This sermon was preached into the Australian Churches from England. ~~~~~~ *1/ Israel's literal salvation - Romans 9-11 2/ The Gospel - Romans 10:4-10 3/ In our lives - Things secret and revealed.* **Sermon Summary:** The sermon centers on Deuteronomy 29:29, distinguishing between the secret things belonging to God and the revealed truths meant for God's people and their children to obey, emphasizing that salvation is not earned by human effort but secured by God's sovereign grace through faith in Christ. It unfolds the tension between divine sovereignty and human responsibility, showing how the Mosaic covenant, though unkept by Israel due to their hardened hearts, points forward to a new covenant where God promises to circumcise the heart and write His law within His people—a promise fulfilled in the Gospel through Christ's atoning work and the Holy Spirit's inward transformation. The sermon applies this to both national Israel, whose future restoration is rooted in God's faithfulness, and to individual believers, who are called not to pry into divine mysteries but to live obediently in response to the revealed Word, trusting that God's hidden purposes are good and His revealed will is sufficient for faith and life. Ultimately, it calls for a life of humble submission, where faith in Christ alone is the foundation, and obedience is the fruit, not the cause, of salvation.
May 17, 2026 | Romans 5:20-6:4 | The Whole Gospel | Romans: Belonging + Boldness in the Gospel | Wes Moore
If you've ever felt the frustration of giving your life to Jesus and still losing the same battles — this episode is for you.In this week's message from The Gospel series, we open Romans 7 and sit with one of the most honest passages in all of Scripture. The Apostle Paul doesn't sugarcoat the Christian life. He describes it the way most of us actually experience it: a war between two natures — a desire to do good and a pull toward everything we're trying to leave behind.We talk about why the Law reveals sin but was never meant to fix it, what the story of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde reveals about the battle inside every believer, and what it looks like to fight with the right weapons. We also land on the declaration that anchors it all: no matter how great the sin, God's grace is greater.
The very first line of Paul's letter to the Romans reminds us that the message we preach and believe does not originate with us, but with God Himself. Paul presents himself not as an author, but as a servant and messenger, delivering what has been entrusted to him. That means the gospel isn't ours to edit, soften, or reshape to fit our preferences. It is God's truth, carrying God's authority, and calling us to submit to it rather than stand over it.Let's turn our attention to Pastor Brian for this week's sermon from Romans, chapter 1, verses 1 through 7, entitled, “Not My Gospel.” The first sermon in “UNASHAMED,” a brand new series through the book of Romans.
Date: Sunday, May 3, 2026Title: The GospelPreacher: Wayne MeadowsSeries: Romans (Part 50)Passage: Romans 12:1
Main Idea: Bloom Into Beautiful Bearers of the GospelText: Romans 10:14–17Outline: 1. Beautiful People (vv. 14, 15)2. Broken Ears (vv. 16, 17)
April 26, 2026 Worship Service Order of Service: WelcomeCommunity NewsCall to WorshipPraise SongsChildren's DismissalWorship SongMessageClosing Song
Date: Sunday, April 19, 2026Title: The Glory of God in the GospelPreacher: Wayne MeadowsSeries: Romans (Part 48)Passage: Romans 11:33-36
Sunday Morning Service Series - A Series covering the Book of Romans: Today we cover Romans 1:2-17, I Am not Ashamed of the Gospel Romans is a theological letter written by Paul the Apostle explaining the gospel and how God saves humanity through grace by faith in Jesus Christ. It teaches that all people—both Jews and Gentiles—are sinners in need of salvation, and that righteousness comes not through the law but through faith in Christ. The letter also calls believers to live transformed lives marked by humility, unity, love, and obedience to God. If you are interested in attending our LIVE teachings (Wednesdays @ 7:00 pm & Sundays @ 10:00 am), you are invited to visit us at 4218 Boston Ave. Lubbock, Texas. To connect with us, you can call us at (806) 799-2227, email us at calvarylubbock@hotmail.com, or checkout our website at CalvaryChapelLubbock.church. You can also watch us on Facebook and contact us through Facebook Messenger. Please feel free to let us know about your walk with Jesus, as we would love to hear it and pray with you. If you'd like to partner with us to help us take the Gospel to the world, just click on the DONATE button on our website, let us know through Facebook Messenger, or in person. We pray that the rest of your week be blessed and that you share the love of Jesus with everyone that you encounter.
Sunday Morning Service Series - A Series covering the Book of Romans: Today we cover Romans 1:2-17, I Am not Ashamed of the Gospel Romans is a theological letter written by Paul the Apostle explaining the gospel and how God saves humanity through grace by faith in Jesus Christ. It teaches that all people—both Jews and Gentiles—are sinners in need of salvation, and that righteousness comes not through the law but through faith in Christ. The letter also calls believers to live transformed lives marked by humility, unity, love, and obedience to God. If you are interested in attending our LIVE teachings (Wednesdays @ 7:00 pm & Sundays @ 10:00 am), you are invited to visit us at 4218 Boston Ave. Lubbock, Texas. To connect with us, you can call us at (806) 799-2227, email us at calvarylubbock@hotmail.com, or checkout our website at CalvaryChapelLubbock.church. You can also watch us on Facebook and contact us through Facebook Messenger. Please feel free to let us know about your walk with Jesus, as we would love to hear it and pray with you. If you'd like to partner with us to help us take the Gospel to the world, just click on the DONATE button on our website, let us know through Facebook Messenger, or in person. We pray that the rest of your week be blessed and that you share the love of Jesus with everyone that you encounter.
Sunday Morning Service Series - A Series covering the Book of Romans: Today we cover Romans 1:2-17, I Am not Ashamed of the Gospel Romans is a theological letter written by Paul the Apostle explaining the gospel and how God saves humanity through grace by faith in Jesus Christ. It teaches that all people—both Jews and Gentiles—are sinners in need of salvation, and that righteousness comes not through the law but through faith in Christ. The letter also calls believers to live transformed lives marked by humility, unity, love, and obedience to God. If you are interested in attending our LIVE teachings (Wednesdays @ 7:00 pm & Sundays @ 10:00 am), you are invited to visit us at 4218 Boston Ave. Lubbock, Texas. To connect with us, you can call us at (806) 799-2227, email us at calvarylubbock@hotmail.com, or checkout our website at CalvaryChapelLubbock.church. You can also watch us on Facebook and contact us through Facebook Messenger. Please feel free to let us know about your walk with Jesus, as we would love to hear it and pray with you. If you'd like to partner with us to help us take the Gospel to the world, just click on the DONATE button on our website, let us know through Facebook Messenger, or in person. We pray that the rest of your week be blessed and that you share the love of Jesus with everyone that you encounter.
A sermon from Romans 1:16-17.
Date: April 12, 2026Preacher: Rev. Shawn SlateSeries: Gospel Life
What does it truly mean to be not ashamed of the gospel?In this powerful introduction to the book of Romans, we step into the world of early Christians living under the Roman Empire—facing pressure, persecution, and uncertainty—yet holding firmly to a faith that transformed everything.This message unpacks the opening of Romans and lays the foundation for the entire letter, focusing on:The historical reality of life in Rome for early ChristiansPaul's identity as a servant, apostle, and ambassador for ChristThe true meaning of the gospel as good news about GodThe importance of encouragement and unity within the churchLiving with purpose, humility, and devotion like PaulWhy the gospel—not us—is the power that savesAt the heart of this lesson is Romans 1:16–17:
What would you put on your spiritual résumé?In this week's message from The Gospel Series, we open Romans 3:27–31 — a pivotal passage where the apostle Paul answers four questions that strike at the core of human pride, self-reliance, and what it truly means to be justified before God.The law isn't your enemy — it's a mirror. And when you look honestly into it, your boasting dies and your need for the gospel becomes crystal clear.This episode includes the full weekend message from Grand Point Church.Show Notes:Message: Humanity Undone — Why Understanding Humanity MattersSeries: The Gospel | A Study Through RomansScripture: Romans 3:27–31 (ESV)Key Themes:Boasting and pride in the spiritual lifeWorks-based vs. faith-based operating systemsThe universal scope of the gospel (Jesus is for everyone)The law as a mirror, not a measuring stickPalm Sunday and the twisted nature of human rebellionBeing transformed into the image of Christ (2 Cor. 3:18)Scriptures Referenced:Romans 3:23–31 (ESV)James 1:23–25 (ESV)Matthew 5:17–18 (ESV)2 Corinthians 3:18 (NIV)Zechariah 9:9 (ESV)Resources Mentioned:Gospel 101 — Small group study available at Grand Point ChurchRegeneration (re:gen) — Recovery ministry at Grand Point ChurchMen's Alliance — Men's community groupNext Steps:Reflect: What would you put on your spiritual résumé? What would the mirror of God's Word reveal in you today?Engage: Join a Gospel 101 group to go deeper into RomansConnect: Attend a weekend service or watch online at www.grandpoint.churchReach out: If today's message stirred something in you, we'd love to connect with youConnect with Grand Point Church:
Two words carry the weight of the entire Gospel: "But now." After weeks in Romans establishing the depth of human sin and the impossibility of self-righteousness, Pastor Lawrence arrives at the hinge point of Paul's letter — Romans 3:21–26 — and unpacks six essential facets of God's righteousness. This episode covers justification, redemption, and atonement with clarity and depth, and explores why the Gospel feels too good to be true — and why you can receive it by faith anyway.Show Notes:
At Bethany, We are God's People who are: Gathered! Connected! Sent!We want to connect with you through this Podcast! Leave us a comment! Tell us where you are at! Leave a Review to help our audience grow!--March 22, 2026 -- Pr. Kevin Kritzer -- "The Long Arm of The Gospel!" -- Romans 8:1-11(8) So those who are believers in Christ Jesus can no longer be condemned. 2 The standards of the Spirit, who gives life through Christ Jesus, have set you free from the standards of sin and death. 3 It is impossible to do what God's standards demand because of the weakness our human nature has. But God sent his Son to have a human nature as sinners have and to pay for sin. That way God condemned sin in our corrupt nature. 4 Therefore, we, who do not live by our corrupt nature but by our spiritual nature, are able to meet God's standards in Moses' Teachings. 5 Those who live by the corrupt nature have the corrupt nature's attitude. But those who live by the spiritual nature have the spiritual nature's attitude. 6 The corrupt nature's attitude leads to death. But the spiritual nature's attitude leads to life and peace. 7 This is so because the corrupt nature has a hostile attitude toward God. It refuses to place itself under the authority of God's standards because it can't. 8 Those who are under the control of the corrupt nature can't please God. 9 But if God's Spirit lives in you, you are under the control of your spiritual nature, not your corrupt nature. Whoever doesn't have the Spirit of Christ doesn't belong to him. 10 However, if Christ lives in you, your bodies are dead because of sin, but your spirits are alive because you have God's approval. 11 Does the Spirit of the one who brought Jesus back to life live in you? Then the one who brought Christ back to life will also make your mortal bodies alive by his Spirit who lives in you. --GWhttp://www.bethanylutheran.orghttp://www.facebook.com/Bethany.Long.Beachwww.youtube.com/c/BethanyLutheranLongBeach
What if the things you've leaned on most in your spiritual life — your church attendance, your Bible knowledge, your Christian heritage — aren't what actually make you right with God?In this week's message from Romans 3:1–20, we work through one of Paul's most searching passages: a raw, honest description of the human condition. No one is righteous. No one truly understands. No one seeks God on their own. And the Law — for all its value — can only show us how far we fall short.But Paul doesn't leave us there. Because the same gospel that exposes our condition also offers the only real remedy: a righteousness we didn't earn, given to us through faith in Jesus.You are not an old creation trying to become new. You are a new creation trying to shed the old.
Romans 3:27-31 shows that the gospel does more than forgive sin... it completely reshapes how we think and live! Paul explains that because we are justified by faith and not by our own works, all boasting is excluded, leading us into real humility before God. The same gospel also destroys spiritual superiority, because there is one God who saves all people the same way, calling believers into unity instead of division. And rather than making obedience irrelevant, grace actually leads us to uphold God's law through the power of the Holy Spirit. As God renews our minds, reshapes our character, and transforms our actions, we begin to live from the inside out. This message shows that the gospel demands three major shifts in every believer's life.Connect with us!Missioncity.church
What's the difference between religious performance and genuine faith? In this week's message from Grand Point Church, we walk through Romans 2:17–29 — one of the most uncomfortable and convicting passages in all of Paul's letters. The Apostle Paul confronts the religious insiders of his day with a bold accusation: their outward religiosity was actually making things worse. Paul identifies four destructive patterns of religiosity — smugness, over-sensitivity, judgmentalism, and hypocrisy — and then uses the imagery of circumcision to make a radical point: God is after the heart, not the badge.Whether you've been a church-going believer for decades or you're brand new to faith, this message will challenge you to examine not just what you do as a Christian, but who you are when no one's watching.Show Notes:Key Scripture:Romans 2:17–24 — Paul's indictment of religious hypocrisyRomans 2:25–29 — Circumcision of the heart vs. outward signsColossians 2:11–12 — What happens spiritually when you come to ChristKey Themes:The danger of religiosity vs. genuine faithFour fruits of religiosity: smugness, over-sensitivity, judgmentalism, hypocrisyThe meaning of "circumcision of the heart" (Romans 2:29; Colossians 2:11)Seven markers of genuine, transformed faithThe prodigal son — and why both sons needed the Father's graceResource Referenced:Romans for You by Tim KellerHow Leaders Lose Their Way by Peter GreerNext Steps:Examine your faith honestly — Work through the seven markers of genuine faith mentioned in this message. Ask someone who knows you well if they see evidence of Christ's transformation in your life.Consider baptism — If you've trusted Christ but haven't been baptized, baptism is the next step of obedience. Reach out at grandpoint.church to learn more.Come home — Whether you've drifted into religiosity or walked away from faith entirely, the Father's door is open. Take a step toward Him this week.Connect with Grand Point Church:
For five weeks, we've been sitting in the dark. Paul has spent three chapters building a case so airtight that no one can escape it. The pagan, the philosopher, the priest... every mouth silenced. Every defense stripped away. If Romans ended at chapter 3, verse 20, you'd be holding the most devastating document ever written. A perfect diagnosis with no cure. A courtroom with no advocate. But Paul doesn't stop there. Two words crack the silence wide open: "But now." In this message, we turn the diamond of the Gospel and see three facets of what God accomplished through Jesus. One answers where you stand. One answers what you were rescued from. And one answers the question we hardly dare to ask: what did it cost? If the weight of your own effort has been crushing you, or if the beauty of the cross has grown a little too familiar, this is a message worth sitting with.
What is the gospel — and why does it still matter? In this week's message, Pastor Lawrence opens a powerful new series through the book of Romans, beginning in Romans 1:1-17. From Paul's dramatic transformation to the unifying power of the gospel, this message lays the foundation for an awakening in your life and community.In This EpisodeWhat the gospel actually is (and why it's different from religion)Paul's dramatic transformation from Saul the Pharisee to Paul the servantWhy the gospel is the most inclusive message in historyHow the gospel breaks down "us vs. them" thinkingWhy Paul says he is "not ashamed of the gospel" — and why you shouldn't be eitherKey ScripturesRomans 1:1-17 (ESV) | 1 Corinthians 15:1-4 (NIV) | John 3:16-18 (ESV) | 2 Peter 3:14-16 (NIV)Key Quote"The gospel covers your past, alleviates your fears, and empowers you with courage to do something bold for God."Next StepsRead Romans 1:1-17 this week and note what stands out to you.Reflect: Is your faith driven by religious performance or by the gospel? What would it look like to shift that?Consider joining a Gospel 101 group to go deeper with others.Share this episode with someone who needs to hear the gospel today.Connect with Grand Point Church
In Romans 1:18–32, Paul turns from the power of the gospel to the reality of humanity's rebellion against God. He explains that God has made Himself known through creation, yet many people choose to suppress the truth, exchange God's glory for idols, and follow their own desires instead of His design.This passage reminds us that sin is not just personal failure — it is a rejection of God's authority. When people continually turn away from Him, the consequences affect minds, hearts, relationships, and entire cultures. Paul shows that apart from God, humanity drifts toward darkness, confusion, and brokenness.As we continue through Romans, this section challenges us to take sin seriously, recognize our need for God's mercy, and remain grateful that the gospel offers rescue from judgment and restoration through Christ.Connect with us!Missioncity.church
Pastor Zack launched our new series “To All The Saints” by taking us into Romans 1 and back to the foundations of our faith. Paul's bold declaration, “I am not ashamed of the gospel”, reminds us that the gospel isn't something we improve or add to, but the very power of God to save, transform, and sustain everyone who believes.
A People Called Together in the Gospel | Romans by Christ Covenant
The gospel is not something to hide. It is God's power to save.In Romans 1:8–17, Paul lays out the heartbeat of his message and the theme of the entire letter. Writing to believers in one of the most powerful and influential cities in the world, Paul makes a bold declaration: he is not ashamed of the gospel. Not because it's popular. Not because it's easy. But because it works.This message reminds us that the gospel is more than the message that saves us. It is the truth that shapes how we live, how we see others, and how we carry hope into the world. The gospel is not advice or self-help. It is the power of God that forgives sin, transforms hearts, and brings salvation to all who believe.As we continue our journey through Romans, this passage challenges us to examine our confidence in the gospel, our willingness to share it, and our readiness to live by faith every day.Connect with us!Missioncity.church
In Romans 1:7-16, Paul reveals God's vision for a church centered in Christ and strengthened by a gospel-shaped faith. This message calls us to move beyond surface-level Christianity by grounding our identity in grace, cultivating meaningful Christian community, and recovering bold confidence in the power of the gospel. As that faith takes root, it fuels spiritual maturity, love for the church, and a clear commitment to reaching our city and the lost with unashamed faith. In this sermon, we learn four ways to go deeper and be deeper: - A deeper understanding of God's love (grace that leads to peace) - A deeper love for Christians and the church (gratitude, prayer, and community) - A deeper love for the lost (living like gospel debtors with spiritual urgency) - A deeper conviction in the power of the gospel (unashamed, because it's God's power to save) As we begin Romans together, this message invites you to respond through prayer, worship, and renewed faith, asking God to make you the kind of person whose life is shaped by the gospel from faith for faith.