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Speaker: Brent Kercheville. Have you ever considered something to be too hard to do so that you do not even try to do it? There have been things that I have looked at, maybe did a little research on it, and then decided that it was too hard for me to do. This has been particularly true when […] The post The Hearing of the Gospel (Romans 10) appeared first on Biblical Truths from West Palm Beach church of Christ.
Speaker: Brent Kercheville. In our last lesson we looked at the mercy of the gospel. God's mercy generates two outcomes: either people will respond to his mercy and be saved or people will reject his mercy and remain lost. God's patient mercy brought about Pharaoh's hardening of his heart. Further, God's patient mercy toward Israel only brought about […] The post The Righteousness of the Gospel (Romans 9:30-10:4) appeared first on Biblical Truths from West Palm Beach church of Christ.
Pastor Eric Zellner continues preaching through Romans. This week, we consider this truth: Your faith in Christ must produce a heart for the gospel.
In Romans 15:14-33, Paul reminds Christians that we are not simply recipients of the gospel—we are ministers of the gospel. Our service to Christ is a privilege, our relationships with one another are a blessing, and our ambition should be to share the gospel in both word and deed.In this lesson, we look at Paul's example of ministry and consider what it means to:See our brothers and sisters as people filled with goodness and knowledgeAllow ourselves to be instructed by one anotherEmbrace our role as ministers of ChristDiscover how God has gifted us for serviceBoast in Christ rather than ourselvesMake the gospel our ambitionServe others through both word and deedRecognize that ministry is a lifelong callingDepend on prayer as an essential part of our servicePaul's heart for people and his passion for the gospel challenge us to ask: What has Christ accomplished through me, and how can I bring that to the world?
Speaker: Brent Kercheville. In our study of Romans we now come to Romans 9-11. These three chapters are considered the more difficult parts of this book. Volumes have been written about the meaning of these chapters. But are these chapters just deep theology and hard teachings that are reserved for intellectual academic studies? I think sometimes we can […] The post The Mercy of the Gospel (Romans 9) appeared first on Biblical Truths from West Palm Beach church of Christ.
In the final week of our Summer at Bethlehem series, Pastor Jason Britt brings a life-giving message titled "No Experts Allowed." No matter where you are in your faith journey—whether you feel dry, are brand new to faith, or are coming back to God—discover why there are no "experts" at prayer, only learners. Learn how prayer acts as ground zero in our battle against the illusion of control and how adopting continuous "breath prayers" transforms our daily walk with God. This service includes a special moment of Communion as we celebrate the power of the gospel, as well as a dedicated time of prayer over students, teachers, coaches, and school faculty entering a new school year.
Speaker: Brent Kercheville. “What then shall we say to these things?” (Romans 8:31). Romans 8 is a glorious chapter that has wrestled with the conflict between being children of God and experiencing suffering. The defining mark of the Christian is being led by the Spirit and no longer being led by the flesh. If we live according to […] The post The Love of the Gospel (Romans 8:31-39) appeared first on Biblical Truths from West Palm Beach church of Christ.
What happens when two powerful letters confront the pressures of empire and old religion in the first-century church? This episode explores Romans and Hebrews as bookends for understanding how early believers navigated the clash between Rome's kingdom and the temple system, each letter addressing the unique struggles of Gentile and Jewish audiences. Discover how the same gospel spoke to two very different front lines—and why reading these letters in context changes everything. If you've ever wondered about the roots of faith and how history shapes belief, this conversation will challenge and inspire you."Romans and Hebrews are not two random books—they are the gospel speaking into two pressures, two battlefronts." - Tim WindersAccess all show and episode resources HERE.Episode Resources:NT90 Hub – This is the central website for the 90-day New Testament reading plan, with downloadable, printable plans, background information, and links to all episodes and resources.Episode Highlights:00:00 Two Letters One Gospel 00:45 Why Read In Order 03:56 Episode Focus Romans Hebrews 06:21 Two Kingdom Pressures 10:41 Dating Authors Audiences 15:06 Rome Church Backstory 18:08 Romans Unites Jew Gentile 19:37 Abraham Olive Tree Argument 23:51 Romans 16 Mixed Family 24:58 Hebrews Era Rising Persecution 26:34 Temple Looks Safer 28:21 Who Wrote Hebrews 28:57 Rome Destination Clues 31:21 Jesus Is Better 33:09 Severe Warning Passages 34:36 Faith Heroes Context 36:30 Two Letters Two Fronts 39:03 Common Anchor Faith 42:44 Modern Misreadings 44:45 Four Lenses Today 48:10 One Gospel Takeaway 48:56 Next Episodes Preview 50:31 Reading Plan Sendoff
Speaker: Brent Kercheville. We left off in Romans 8 with a powerful proclamation about who we are in Christ. If we are living according to the Spirit, putting to death the deeds of the flesh, then the Spirit testifies that we are sons of God (cf. Romans 8:12-16). We have received the spirit of adoption so that we […] The post The Glory of the Gospel (Romans 8:17-30) appeared first on Biblical Truths from West Palm Beach church of Christ.
The Gospel | Romans 15:22-16:27
Sermon by Scott Brown
Speaker: Brent Kercheville. We are in Romans 8 where Paul is teaching us how we can have the good life, the transformed life, because there is no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus (cf. Romans 8:1). We have been set free from the law of sin and death and have been enabled to obey Christ. We […] The post Adopted Through the Gospel (Romans 8:12-17) appeared first on Biblical Truths from West Palm Beach church of Christ.
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
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.
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)
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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.
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:
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:
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