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Paul urgently appeals to every believer who understands the mercy we have received from God, to respond by completely devoting themselves to His service. This, he says, is the only appropriate way to thank Him. We surrender our lives to Him as completely as if we had placed our bodies on an altar like an animal about to be sacrificed, only in our case we are not there to be slaughtered but rather recruited into His service (Ro 14:7; 1 Co 6:19,20; 2Co 5:15). He compares this offering of ourselves to those presented in the tabernacle and temple. Just as sweet-smelling smoke rose up from that altar, the surrendered lives of believers will be received by God as a well-pleasing offering (Php 4:18). This is the worshipful heart out of which all other expressions of worship flow. And it is this deep attitude which transforms a person's entire life into an act of worship (Ro 1:1). To receive a free copy of Dr. Steve Schell's book Understanding Romans, email us at info@lifelessonspublishing.com and ask for your copy at no charge. The book has all the notes from each sermon in this series. Also check out our website for additional resources for pastors and leaders. We have recorded classes and other materials offered at no charge. And if you would like to receive a copy of Pastor Steve's newest book Study Verse by Verse: Genesis at no charge, we are giving out this book as well!  

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When God calls us to salvation, He also summons us to serve Him. The great task of winning lost people is simply too urgent to allow anyone to sit on the sideline and watch. Jesus shows us God's view of this situation when He says, "The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. Therefore beseech (ask, beg) the Lord of the harvest to send out workers into His harvest" (Mt 9:37,38). He's telling us there are lots of people who are searching for God but who don't know how to be saved. He says the reason so many are dying without God is because there are so few people actively telling others about Him. In other words, for more people to be saved, there have to be more people doing what God has told them to do. It's tragic to think there are those who would have come if only someone had told them how. Which brings us to the subject of calling. Each of us is urgently needed in the harvest field. Each of us has been summoned to serve the Lord of the Harvest in a specific place, in a specific way and at a specific time. God has issued a call to each of us, and He never changes His mind. He never takes His call back. But sadly many believers go through life unaware of His call. They don't know their assignment, and the result is they don't step into the place waiting for them in the harvest field. To receive a free copy of Dr. Steve Schell's newest book Study Verse by Verse: Genesis, email us at info@lifelessonspublishing.com and ask for your copy at no charge.  Also check out our website at lifelessonspublishing.com for additional resources for pastors and leaders. We have recorded classes and other materials offered at no charge. And if you would like to receive a copy of Pastor Steve's book Study Verse by Verse: Revelation at no charge, we are still giving this book out as well!  

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What is a revival? It's a move of God which draws people to Himself with such power that it cannot be explained by human activity. What's taking place is not the result of some well-run ministry. Past revivals saw large numbers of people return to the faith in which they were raised; they came back to the Christianity they had rebelled against or ignored. But today the situation in America is different-much of the nation has lost its respect tor the church. Christians are generally viewed as self-righteous scolds who love to judge others but hypocritically practice the same things. And sadly that impression of us is borne out by surveys that show that on average our moral and relational health is no greater than that of our society. Evidently we lack the power to live holy lives. Meanwhile, many in this society are becoming desperate. They've become addicted, their families are unable to stay together, they are controlled by anger, fear, lust, depression... compulsive forces which have grown so strong they are tempted at times to act out and do something outrageous. So people are frightened and want help but there's no real, affordable help available. People helplessly watch as their marriages, careers, friendships, or dreams decompose before their eyes, and it's becoming increasingly obvious that the secular world has no real help to offer. So people look to the church, but we appear in just as bad a shape. The only difference is that we are in denial. Because of this much of America has grown immune to the gospel. The gospel looks powerless because Christians look powerless. What are people looking for? A power that can set them free so they can stay married (happily), raise their children, keep their jobs and rise in a career without seif-imploding or live free of depression without being constantly medicated. If there were a power that could actually set me free so I could live with energy and joy, if I could truly put the past behind me and start ail over again, if God could really do that, millions of people would turn to Him. So here's the key to the next revival: when people see family and friends who they know well and have watched be cruelly held in bondage, wasting their potential, and then find the power to change... hope will ignite and many will long for that same power so they too can be free. To receive a free copy of Dr. Steve Schell's book Understanding Romans, email us at info@lifelessonspublishing.com and ask for your copy at no charge. The book has all the notes from each sermon in this series. Also check out our website at lifelessonspublishing.com for additional resources for pastors and leaders. We have recorded classes and other materials offered at no charge. And if you would like to receive a copy of Pastor Steve's newest book Study Verse by Verse: Revelation at no charge, we are still giving this book out as well!

It's so easy to give up. We may start out with high hope that a family member or friend will soon receive Jesus, but as time passes, those expectations weaken and may even die completely. We've prayed and tried to share our faith, but ail our attempts have been rebuffed repeatedly. The fact is some people are really... well, let's say slow to believe. They actually seem determined to refuse the gospel and may even grow defensive and angry at the slightest mention of Jesus. And that's when the danger arises: we too become defensive and angry and decide we don't care anymore. If we aren't careful, our attitude may degrade one step further as we decide that God doesn't care anymore either. After all, that person has been given more than their fair share of opportunities, if they don't want to go to heaven, so be it! They've made their choice, now it's time for us and God to move on. This is the problem Paul is trying to prevent In this passage. Gentile believers in Rome were growing proud and starting to look down on Jews for refusing the gospel. He suspects they're beginning to think that God is as frustrated as they are and has stopped loving Jews and abandoned His covenant with them. Paul's solution is remarkable: He unveils a great mystery. He showed us what was happening from God's perspective. Actually, a divine plan was underway designed to bring in more Gentiles and Jews. Far from giving up, God was still mightily at work. Paul's basic message Is this: Please don't stop loving. No matter how hard someone may appear, God doesn't take "no" for an answer, and neither should we. To receive a free copy of Dr. Steve Schell's book Understanding Romans, email us at info@lifelessonspublishing.com and ask for your copy at no charge. The book has all the notes from each sermon in this series. Also check out our website at lifelessonspublishing.com for additional resources for pastors and leaders. We have recorded classes and other materials offered at no charge. And if you would like to receive a copy of Pastor Steve's newest book Study Verse by Verse: Revelation at no charge, we are still giving this book out as well!

God is so great He can use even human sinfulness to serve His purposes. During the time of the Exodus, He used Pharaoh to spread His reputation throughout the ancient world (Ro 9:17), and here in Paul's day He was using Jewish hostility to spread the gospel to the Gentiles. The rejection of Jesus by so many in Judaism had forced believing Jews to cease preaching in synagogues, and in some cases to flee for their lives. The focus of their evangelistic efforts were now turned toward the Gentiles (Ac 18:4-11). This shift had already resulted in the ingathering of thousands of new believers, and as the presence of the Holy Spirit transformed their lifestyles, their Jewish neighbors and friends could not help but observe the change. Paul passionately hoped that seeing the impact of salvation on the Gentiles would serve to provoke many Jews to jealousy; in time they too would long to have the same blessings. They too would long to possess the righteousness of faith. Paul understood this shift of emphasis toward the Gentiles to be a strategic move on God's part which would result in more Jews coming to Jesus in the long run. That does not mean Paul thought God wanted to save Jews more than Gentiles. He's showing us that God was at work, making something good out of a bad situation. He was directing Jewish hostility so that it would not end in defeat, but in the salvation of more Gentiles and Jews. This is what Moses had prophesied would take place. He had said someday God would use the Gentiles to make Israel jealous (Ro 10:19; Dt 32:21). When those who initially rejected the gospel saw the Holy Spirit resting mightily on their Gentile neighbors, they would be forced to ask whether or not they had been mistaken in their rejection of Jesus. In other words, God had a plan to reach their hearts by another way. He hadn't given up. He'd merely changed tactics. To receive a free copy of Dr. Steve Schell's book Understanding Romans, email us at info@lifelessonspublishing.com and ask for your copy at no charge. The book has all the notes from each sermon in this series. Also check out our website at lifelessonspublishing.com for additional resources for pastors and leaders. We have recorded classes and other materials offered at no charge. And if you would like to receive a copy of Pastor Steve's newest book Study Verse by Verse: Revelation at no charge, we are still giving this book out as well!  

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This Sunday we will look at Colossians 3:11-17 as we consider why and how we exist in Community. We will also partake in Communion together. Pastor Steve shares more about what is coming up in our Community life here: https://eternalchurch.net/blog/2026/08/13/considering-together

Pastor Steve continues with the sermon series Blueprint for a Healthy Church talking about a blueprint for Godly Living.

Truth is not something we create or redefine; it is revealed by God through His Word and ultimately embodied in Jesus Christ. A faith that knows the Truth builds its life on God's unchanging Word and faithfully passes that Truth to the next generation.Truth is not merely information. Truth is ultimately found in Jesus Christ.Stay ConnectedWebsite: https://www.lifechurchcalvert.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifechurchcalvertInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifechurchcalvertYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/lifechurchcalvertCopyright License: 11020401Streaming Plus License: 20985319#lifechurchcalvert #lovegod #lovepeople #makedisciplesofjesuschrist #lcc #teachingseries #bigfaithforlittlehearts

Truth is not something we create or redefine; it is revealed by God through His Word and ultimately embodied in Jesus Christ. A faith that knows the Truth builds its life on God's unchanging Word and faithfully passes that Truth to the next generation.Truth is not merely information. Truth is ultimately found in Jesus Christ.Stay ConnectedWebsite: https://www.lifechurchcalvert.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifechurchcalvertInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifechurchcalvertYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/lifechurchcalvertCopyright License: 11020401Streaming Plus License: 20985319#lifechurchcalvert #lovegod #lovepeople #makedisciplesofjesuschrist #lcc #teachingseries #bigfaithforlittlehearts

Truth is not something we create or redefine; it is revealed by God through His Word and ultimately embodied in Jesus Christ. A faith that knows the Truth builds its life on God's unchanging Word and faithfully passes that Truth to the next generation.Truth is not merely information. Truth is ultimately found in Jesus Christ.Stay ConnectedWebsite: https://www.lifechurchcalvert.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifechurchcalvertInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifechurchcalvertYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/lifechurchcalvertCopyright License: 11020401Streaming Plus License: 20985319#lifechurchcalvert #lovegod #lovepeople #makedisciplesofjesuschrist #lcc #teachingseries #bigfaithforlittlehearts

Spiritual ignorance is one thing; refusing to believe is another. Every time someone says "no" to God, a change takes place inside. There are decisions that must be made every day, but most occur at merely a mental level. But refusing to surrender during one of those moments in which the Holy Spirit has opened my spiritual eyes to see His truth and assures me of mercy if I will repent requires me to harden my own heart. That's the only way I can escape the power of His call that's drawing me to Him. It's this sort of hardening of the heart that Paul is talking about in this passage. He says when a person refuses the witness of the Holy Spirit, they damage their own spiritual capacities which in turn causes God to withdraw His Spirit, leaving that person vulnerable to dangerous impulses which tend to escalate into open religious persecution. If it does, those who take part in persecuting God's people invite upon themselves His divine justice. God will see to It that those who harm His innocent people will experience the same sort of suffering. In effect, the prayers of Psalm 69 will be turned against them (Ro 12:19). Yes, God is a God of mercy, but He is also a God of justice. He is patient, but He will not allow His people to suffer forever. In time He will bring upon their persecutors the punishment they deserve. This is why it is so important for us to forgive those who persecute us. To receive a free copy of Dr. Steve Schell's book Understanding Romans, email us at info@lifelessonspublishing.com and ask for your copy at no charge. The book has all the notes from each sermon in this series. Also check out our website at lifelessonspublishing.com for additional resources for pastors and leaders. We have recorded classes and other materials offered at no charge. And if you would like to receive a copy of Pastor Steve's newest book Study Verse by Verse: Revelation at no charge, we are still giving this book out as well!

This episode was recorded live during the Wednesday Night Bible Study at FBC Hendersonville, NC, on August 12, 2025.

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Pastor Steve and Jeff Leubecker kick off the beginning of a 5-part series on the Calvinist acronym, TULIP. This first episode is for the 'T' which is Total Depravity. What does it mean for us to say that humanity is Totally Depraved? Thank you for your faithful listening to this ministry! We appreciate your support, such as hitting the like button on Youtube, writing a comment below or clicking subscribe and if you're looking to go the extra mile, please consider writing a review of the podcast on Apple Podcasts or your Podcast service of choice. (Link below so you can navigate quickly, and drop some stars and perhaps a review, thank you!) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grounded-with-steve-hartland/id1645001839 In Christ, -Grounded Team Grounded is a ministry of Cornerstone Community Church in Joppa, Maryland.

What does it take to hold on to our faith all the way to the end? It takes choices. Join us as Pastor Steve continues our series, "BC: Finding Jesus in the Old Testament."

Pastor Steve and Pastor Jimmy discuss last Sunday's sermon!

Pastor Steve and Minister Michelle discuss Paul's advice to Timothy on enduring hardship and opposition, and why leaning into relationship instead of retaliation is what it means to be a soldier of peace.

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God Has a Plan Part 1: Anointed Before Appointed. Join us in the first part of our new series as Pastor Steve Zarrilli from our Troy campus brings us a word on how God chooses differently.

Pastor Steve's Sermon from 8/9/26:  "Sink or Swim, Tim (week 3)" Scripture Reading: 2 Timothy 2:8-15

Serie de Sermones: Sal y Luz – Parte #3Una serie de sermones basada en el Evangelio de Mateo. En esta serie, el Pastor Steve analiza cada capítulo del Evangelio de Mateo y explica las enseñanzas de Dios para su pueblo, para que puedan ser verdaderamente la sal y la luz en el mundo de hoy.

Have you ever heard someone say, "I wish I had faith like you do. For some reason I just can't seem to believe." They may sense something inside that prevents faith. For them it's a struggle to believe God exists or that they could have a relationship with Him. Faith is a remarkable quality. For some it comes as naturally as breathing while others find it hard to even imagine a spiritual realm exists. Why is this? Are some people "wired" by nature to perceive spiritual realities and others not? Actually, I suspect there is some truth to that statement, but in the passage we'll study today Paul says faith is available to all. He says when the gospel is preached, faith is present. God offers if to us as a gift. It Isn't something we can produce naturally; it's a miracle that's given to us, but we still have a part to play: that gift must be received. And that's where the problem lies. There are powerful forces at work in the human heart that can prevent people from receiving faith. Real faith is a miraculous change of mind implanted in us by the Holy Spirit, so any human being, regardless of their background, can believe and be saved when they hear the gospel. Yet many don't. Today let's listen to Paul explain why, and then let's reflect on how a believer can pray effectively for someone who struggles. To receive a free copy of Dr. Steve Schell's book Understanding Romans, email us at info@lifelessonspublishing.com and ask for your copy at no charge. The book has all the notes from each sermon in this series. Also check out our website at lifelessonspublishing.com for additional resources for pastors and leaders. We have recorded classes and other materials offered at no charge. And if you would like to receive a copy of Pastor Steve's newest book Study Verse by Verse: Revelation at no charge, we are still giving this book out as well!  

In this message on parables, Pastor Steve focuses on the parable of the talents and the concept of eternal rewards. It emphasizes the importance of faithful stewardship and the evaluation of one's life in light of eternity. You will be challenged to live a life that matters for eternity and to surrender to the will of God.TakeawaysFaithful stewardship is evaluated in light of eternityEternal rewards are a reflection of one's love for JesusLiving a life that matters for eternity is a choice and a surrender to God's willChapters00:00 The Parable of the Talents05:56 The Purpose of Parables09:27 The Olivet Discourse11:00 Living Between Two Realities13:12 The Judgment Seat of Christ29:26 Eternal Rewards32:33 The Life of William BordenRecorded Live at Hope Church in Springfield, MO#parables #talents #eternity #whatmatters #significance #Jesus

Salt and Light Sermon Series Part #3A sermon series based on the gospel of Matthew. In this series, Pastor Steve dissects each chapter of Matthew and breaks down God's instructions to his people so that they can effectively be the salt and light in today's world.

What are you building your life on? What brings stability and endurance to our lives? Our families? Our communities? A faith that endures is built on the solid rock of Jesus. Pastor Steve shares from the parable found in Luke 6:46-49.

Are you dealing with your character or just getting more discreet? This weekend Pastor Steve Andres continued our MOSES series with a message about the cost of character.Numbers 20:11-12Then Moses raised his arm and struck the rock twice with his staff. Water gushed out, and the community and their livestock drank. But the Lord said to Moses and Aaron, “Because you did not trust in me enough to honor me as holy in the sight of the Israelites, you will not bring this community into the land I give them.”Moses' life serves as an encouragement and warning to all of us. His successes and failures can teach us about how we can faithfully live out God's purposes for our lives. What does this story teach us?1) Your CHARACTER counts.If we look at the story of Moses' life, we can see anger is a persistent and unresolved issue. Character flaws will remain in our lives when we choose to hide them instead of addressing them. There is no healing in hiding.Moses' crazy, rock-striking anger comes because he values his own leadership and the people's respect more than obedience to God. He reacts in a way that diminishes God in front of the people, and God declares a judgment over Moses that he will not personally enter the promised land. 2) Your CALLING is not your healing.The scariest part of the story is that even though Moses was wrong to strike the rock, God still caused the water to flow. Don't make the mistake of thinking that your gifting and calling is the same as God's approval. Gifting can provide validation, but it won't produce transformation.3) CHRIST is the pattern for our lives.Anger can reveal so much about what we love. God's plan and purpose is to grow us up to love what He loves, in the way the He loves. It's easier to act like a Christian than to react like a Christian.Pastor Mark BattersonGod does not call you to greatness; He calls you to Christlikeness. He calls you to the humility and meekness and love and righteousness of Jesus. And He has promised to help you!Philippians 2:13For God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases him.

Who invested in your faith? Every one of us can probably point to someone who encouraged us, challenged us, prayed for us, or helped us take our next step with Jesus. The question is: Who are you investing in? In Part 2 of our series, For the One, Pastor Steve Garcia shows us that Jesus didn't see the next generation as a problem to solve—He saw them as people worth investing in. While many picture Jesus' disciples as older, seasoned men, Scripture paints a different picture. Jesus intentionally called and developed young men, equipping them to carry the gospel to the world. From an unexpected conversation about the Temple tax in Matthew 17, we discover God's heart for generational discipleship and the incredible responsibility each believer has to pass on their faith. Whether you're a parent, grandparent, mentor, teacher, coach, small group leader, or simply someone who loves Jesus, this message will challenge you to invest in the generation coming behind you. If this message encouraged you, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and Share it with someone who is investing in the next generation—or someone who needs encouragement to begin. #ForTheOne #NextGeneration #SunriseChurch #Discipleship #Matthew17 #Legacy #ChristianLeadership #Faith #BibleTeaching #MakeDisciples - NEXT STEPS  Looking to take your next step?  We want to help! Text the word NEXT to 909-281-7797 or visit sunrisechurch.org/nextsteps. - GIVE TO SUNRISE CHURCH Imagine what God can do through our giving. You can give today at sunrisechurch.org/give  - FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SunriseChurchCA  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sunrisechurchca  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/SunriseChurch 

Pastor Steve teaches that gossip is sharing or receiving something about someone with a different someone without a redemptive purpose.

Pastor Steve expository sermon on James 2:8-13

Serie de Sermones: Sal y Luz – Parte #2Una serie de sermones basada en el Evangelio de Mateo. En esta serie, el Pastor Steve analiza cada capítulo del Evangelio de Mateo y explica las enseñanzas de Dios para su pueblo, para que puedan ser verdaderamente la sal y la luz en el mundo de hoy.

Pastor Steve teaches out of God's Word in Matthew 26.Listen to CORE TRUTH RADIO every weekday at 5:30pm on KKLA 99.5 FM!

Pastor Steve teaches out of God's Word in Matthew 26.Listen to CORE TRUTH RADIO every weekday at 5:30pm on KKLA 99.5 FM!

Presented at Curwensville Alliance on 8/2/26 by Pastor Steve Shields. Listen as Pastor Steve goes through Matthew 11:5-6 to speak on Finding Joy. Jesus isn’t about getting stuff from you. Jesus talks about giving something to us. Something we’ll call transformation. Jesus doesn’t demand such things. Transformed people naturally do them. We do things that we didn’t do before we were transformed. Jesus is about touching our hearts so that He can bless our lives. Jesus wants to meet your deep needs. Jesus wants you to experience joy. Joy is what really matters. There’s pain involved in receiving joy, but it is worth it. The Gospel, even in the worst of times, meets our deepest needs. The Gospel, particularly in the worst of times, meets our deepest needs.

Pastor Steve teaches out of God's Word in Matthew 26.Listen to CORE TRUTH RADIO every weekday at 5:30pm on KKLA 99.5 FM!

Pastor Steve teaches out of God's Word in Matthew 26.Listen to CORE TRUTH RADIO every weekday at 5:30pm on KKLA 99.5 FM!

Pastor Steve and Pastor Jimmy discuss last Sunday's sermon!

To some people their need for God's mercy is obvious. They've lived a terrible life. They've done many things of which they are ashamed, so no one needs to convince them they are in trouble with God. They know their spiritual condition only too well. For these the challenge of the heart is to believe God actually loves them and wants them to be with Him in heaven forever. These are the ones who are amazed at His grace.But not everyone has lived a wild life. Not everyone rebels against the rules. Not everyone walks away from their family values or their religious upbringing. Some continue to go tochurch and give and serve. They say "no" to the voices that tempt them to "just try it once." And as a result they escape the havoc that tears apart the lives of some of their friends. Their families tend to stay together, they often succeed in what they do. They don't embarrass themselves or their loved ones, and people are proud of them. They are held up as examples of how people ought to live. And this kind of success is just what the Bible says will happen to those who obey its rules. Yet, there is a challenge of the heart for this group as well. It can actually be harder for them to be saved. These are the ones especially in danger of stumbling over the "stumbling stone." To receive a free copy of Dr. Steve Schell's book Understanding Romans, email us at info@lifelessonspublishing.com and ask for your copy at no charge. The book has all the notes from each sermon in this series. Also check out our website at lifelessonspublishing.com for additional resources for pastors and leaders. We have recorded classes and other materials offered at no charge. And if you would like to receive a copy of Pastor Steve's newest book Study Verse by Verse: Revelation at no charge, we are still giving this book out as well!  

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Have you ever felt stuck? Maybe you've spent years battling the same addiction, carrying the same hurt, wrestling with the same regret, or believing you'll never truly change. You aren't alone—and more importantly, you aren't beyond the reach of Jesus. In the opening message of our new series, For the One, Pastor Steve Garcia takes us to John 5, where Jesus meets a man who had been unable to walk for 38 years. While everyone else saw another hopeless case, Jesus saw someone worth pursuing. His question still echoes today: "Do you want to get well?" (John 5:6) This message reminds us that lasting freedom isn't found in better circumstances, stronger willpower, or temporary solutions. It's found in Jesus Christ, who still seeks out the broken, offers real hope, and invites us into a completely new life. Whether you're carrying pain, struggling with addiction, battling shame, or simply feeling spiritually exhausted, this message is an invitation to stop looking for healing in empty places and begin walking with the One who can truly make you whole. If this message encouraged you, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and Share it with someone who needs hope today. Need prayer or want to take your next step? Visit us this weekend or connect with our team. - NEXT STEPS  Looking to take your next step?  We want to help! Text the word NEXT to 909-281-7797 or visit sunrisechurch.org/nextsteps. - GIVE TO SUNRISE CHURCH Imagine what God can do through our giving. You can give today at sunrisechurch.org/give  - FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SunriseChurchCA  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sunrisechurchca  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/SunriseChurch 

What must I do to be saved? That question is the subject of much debate and much confusion as you might expect. But in our lesson today Paul answers that questionwith plain, unmistakable clarity. He says, "...if you confess with your mouth Jesus as Lord and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved." There's nothing confusing in that statement. A child can understand it, and anyone can do it. He's telling us that God has already done all the work. He has provided everything we need for salvation and now requires of us only that we confess and believe, assuring us that if we do we will most certainly be saved. So why is that so hard for so many people? All the work has been done, and the response required of us is easily understood and quite doable, yet something inside the human heart still wrestles against it. Apparently, being saved is easy, but getting the human heart to take those steps is not. Confessing a Lord requires humility, a quality not initially present in most of us. And believing in a resurrected Savior means acknowledging my own desperate need and accepting as fact the most profound miracle imaginable. So the steps I need to take are simple, but preparing my heart to take them is not. Paul isn't offering us mere words to recite here. Salvation doesn't come from a superficial prayer. He's inviting us to make two deep heartfelt decisions... and to continue in those decisions for a lifetime: To confess Jesus as our Lord and to live out the implications of that confession, and to cling to Him as our risen Savior, trusting that He forgives us and is our righteousness no matter what condemnation and shame try to come our way. So simple, but yet so hard! To receive a free copy of Dr. Steve Schell's book Understanding Romans, email us at info@lifelessonspublishing.com and ask for your copy at no charge. The book has all the notes from each sermon in this series. Also check out our website at lifelessonspublishing.com for additional resources for pastors and leaders. We have recorded classes and other materials offered at no charge. And if you would like to receive a copy of Pastor Steve's newest book Study Verse by Verse: Revelation at no charge, we are still giving this book out as well!    

Following Jesus can be very lonely sometimes. His moral standards and attitudes toward people are so different that the more we obey Him the more we find ourselves at odds with our culture. Awkward moments increase when we have to say "no" to something or "yes" to something others think is crazy. People view us with suspicion and wonder If we've taken this religious thing too far. Some friends stop socializing with us, employers may look for an opportunity to fire us or at least pass us by for a promotion. Teachers may drop our grades because they don't like what we write. Even family may act strangely around us. What was once a close relationship may grow strained and awkward. Jesus, of course, said all of this would happen. He said the world doesn't like Him, so if we follow Him, it won't like us either (Jn 15:18,19; Mt 10:34-37). But when that process actually starts, it still comes as a shock. Surely our family and friends will see the good things God is doing in our lives. Surely in the bottom of their heart they know His ways are right. Surely when they hear our story they too will believe. And thankfully, some do, but others don't, at least for a long time. Even religious people, those who call themselves Christians, may grow angry and push us away. It seems the gospel, the real one that is, tests the human heart separating those who believe from those who don't. There have been seasons in history and places on earth when large numbers have believed. But at other places and times, those numbers grow small... and those faithful few can feel very much alone. The Bible has a name for these. It calls them "the remnant." To receive a free copy of Dr. Steve Schell's book Understanding Romans, email us at info@lifelessonspublishing.com and ask for your copy at no charge. The book has all the notes from each sermon in this series. Also check out our website at lifelessonspublishing.com for additional resources for pastors and leaders. We have recorded classes and other materials offered at no charge. And if you would like to receive a copy of Pastor Steve's newest book Study Verse by Verse: Revelation at no charge, we are still giving this book out as well!