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Introduction The doctrine of unconditional election, as presented in the Canons of Dort, is often misunderstood as unfair. However, the Canons argue that it is a loving doctrine because it guarantees the fulfillment of God's redemptive decree, ensuring that His people will enter His rest despite our rebellion.Election by Grace The Canons of Dort affirm that God's election is a gracious choice made before the foundation of the world, not based on human merit. This doctrine emphasizes God's sovereignty and mercy, highlighting that humanity's fall into sin was a result of humanities' own rebellion. The Canons also underscore the significance of God's means, such as His Word and Spirit, in drawing individuals to Himself.RC Sproul pointed out that there are four possible options for God's plan of salvation: no salvation, sending Christ without guaranteeing faith, ensuring salvation for some, or ensuring salvation for all. The most gracious options are ensuring salvation for some or all. In Romans 9 Paul addresses the issue of Israel's election and the inclusion of Gentiles in the church. God's election is based on His mercy alone, his good will, and not on human merit or actions.Election without our worksThe doctrine of reprobation, as explained in the canons, asserts that God's election is not based on foreseen faith or human merit. Instead, it is a sovereign act of God's grace, where He chooses some for salvation while passing over others. This is exemplified in the biblical story of Jacob and Esau, where God's choice of Jacob is not based on Esau's perceived unworthiness, but on His own sovereign will.Romans 9 explores the complex relationship between Jacob and Esau, highlighting their differing attitudes towards God's promises. Esau, representing the reprobate, is indifferent to spiritual matters, while Jacob, though zealous for God's promises, relies on his own schemes rather than God's timing. Jacob learns through his limp that God establishes his purposes. It is not based on the man who works. It is based on God's mercy. Our works flow from our election and the Spirit's work. We need to remember that God's election is not cruel, as He allows reprobates to pursue their desires, while the elect, maybe sometimes concerned about their standing, need to realize that the reson we cear is the Spirit's work in us. So believe and live! ConclusionGod is not cruel in His doctrine of election. We need to remember that He allows reprobates to continue on their chosen path, while showing mercy to the elect. The elect, unlike the reprobate, care about Christ and their salvation, which is guaranteed by God's elective purpose and mercy. There is a great comfort in this in our seasons of doubt. If we wonder if we are the reprobate we ought to realize that Esau never cared about that status. He only cared about the earthly standing. Let us proceed in the confidence of Christ. Let us proceed in his mercy. Let us live unto him and die to self as our life and strength are only found in him.
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What About Israel?The rejection of Christ has brought deep heartache to Israel, God's elect. True Israel to be ruled by God. As we walk through the next three chapters, we will learn what our attitude and relationship should be toward God's ancient people.
In this sobering and soul-searching message, Pastor Karl dives deep into Matthew 5:17–48, where Jesus declares that He came not to abolish the Law but to fulfill it—and then raises the bar of righteousness far beyond anything the scribes and Pharisees ever imagined.Through six piercing examples—anger that murders the heart, lust that commits adultery in the mind, casual divorce, manipulative oaths, retaliation, and hatred disguised as justice—Jesus exposes the truth we all try to avoid: outward obedience is never enough. God judges the heart. Every single one of us stands guilty before His perfect standard.Yet the bad news is meant to drive us to the best news. Pastor Karl powerfully unpacks how Jesus' command in verse 48—“You therefore must be perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect”—is not a cruel impossible demand, but the very reason the Son of God came. We cannot achieve the righteousness God requires, so God freely gives it to us through faith in Christ. Jesus took our unrighteousness and imputes His perfect righteousness to all who repent and trust Him.A hard-hitting, heart-exposing sermon that leaves no room for self-righteousness, but ends with the liberating joy of the gospel: guilty sinners can be clothed in the very righteousness of God and stand before Him as if we had never sinned. Essential listening for anyone who wonders, “How can I ever be right with a holy God?”Watch all our sermons on our youtube channel "Flipside Christian Church"Join us in person 9:00am & 10:30am every Sunday morning.37193 Ave 12 #3h, Madera, CA 93636For more visit us at flipside.churchFor more podcasts visit flipsidepodcasts.transistor.fm
Fr. Mike draws our attention to the cultural division present in the early Church and the origin of the ordination to the diaconate. He also discusses Paul's frustration with those who didn't recognize Jesus as the Christ and offers consolation to those who experience this in the hearts and minds of those close to them, as Paul did. Today's readings are Acts 6, Romans 9-10, and Proverbs 27:10-12. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
Neil Powell (Director, The London Project) – Morning ServiceTrusting God's FaithfulnessRomans 9:30-10:21
Sometimes, one of our biggest weaknesses as humans is pride. We want to do things on our own, and when we succeed, we feel unstoppable. But too often, we bring that same mindset into our faith, as if there's something we could do to earn salvation. The truth is, there's nothing we can do because Jesus already did it all. So today, Pastor Richard encourages you to seek Jesus, because when you look for Him, He'll meet you where you are.
Want to reach out to us? Want to leave a comment or review? Want to give us a suggestion or berate Anthony? Send us a text by clicking this link!What if Paul's fiercest argument isn't a detour but the key that ties Israel's story together? We took a five-hour deep dive into Romans 9–11 and came up for air convinced that Paul's mission to the Gentiles is how God keeps his promise to Israel—by finding the lost among the nations and rebuilding a family on the cornerstone of Christ.We start by tracing the pattern of the younger overtaking the older—Isaac, Jacob, Joseph—and how that pattern prepares Exodus, where God names Israel his firstborn and hints that the nations are the younger sibling. From the Davidic high point to the split of north and south, we follow exile, pride, and the prophets to Jonah, whose “sign” is death and rising, not fish tales. That sign lands with force when the temple falls forty years after the crucifixion. Then we connect Peter's confession and the keys to Isaiah's royal steward, showing how the church stands as the Davidic household made new in Christ.Along the way we tackle a thorny subject: Zion read carnally versus Zion fulfilled in the Messiah. We challenge the habit of projecting sacred promises onto secular power, and we warn how pride—religious or political—blinds otherwise devout people to what God is doing. Paul's hard words—“not all who are descended from Israel belong to Israel”—become a lifeline when institutions shake and headlines stoke fear. Instead of checklist prophecy, we argue for humble vigilance: Scripture reads us before we read it, and fulfillment is clearest in hindsight.If you crave a canonical reading that makes Romans 9–11 come alive, that connects Genesis to Peter's keys, and that invites a humbler, braver faith, this one's for you. Subscribe, share with a friend who loves Bible typology, and leave a review to tell us where you agree, where you think we stretched, and what you want us to unpack next.Support the showTake advantage of great Catholic red wines by heading over to https://recusantcellars.com/ and using code "BASED" for 10% off at checkout!********************************************************Please subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKsxnv80ByFV4OGvt_kImjQ?sub_confirmation=1https://www.avoidingbabylon.comMerchandise: https://avoiding-babylon-shop.fourthwall.comLocals Community: https://avoidingbabylon.locals.comFull Premium/Locals Shows on Audio Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1987412/subscribeRSS Feed for Podcast Apps: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1987412.rssRumble: https://rumble.com/c/AvoidingBabylon
We're up to Romans 9, where Paul is in anguish, because faith in Jesus, the faith Paul celebrates through Romans 1 to 8, isn't shared by most of his fellow Jews! What does this mean? Is the good news about Jesus defective? Is God not faithful to his chosen people? If so, can how can […] The post Romans 9:1-29 | God is the Centre appeared first on Village Church - Kelvin Grove.
In Romans 9, Paul explains that God chooses according to His mercy, and righteousness comes through faith in Jesus alone. Watch this week's message as we continue our journey through Romans.
Sometimes, one of our biggest weaknesses as humans is pride. We want to do things on our own, and when we succeed, we feel unstoppable. But too often, we bring that same mindset into our faith, as if there's something we could do to earn salvation. The truth is, there's nothing we can do because Jesus already did it all. So today, Pastor Richard encourages you to seek Jesus, because when you look for Him, He'll meet you where you are.
Phil Allcock (Associate Minister) – Morning ServiceTrusting God's FaithfulnessRomans 9:14-29
We ended last week discussing that the argument Paul is making was not one of exclusion, but inclusion. Today, we are going to get to the heart of the matter - that these scriptures were not referenced to show that God only choses certain people. However, the idea that salvation would be offered to anyone other than the Jews offended them because they were God's chosen people. But, because they rejected Him, God chose to offer salvation to us all.
When you look at the world and see the evil around you, does it ever leave you feeling worried? At times, it's hard not to feel anxious about the state of things. But just because sin runs rampant doesn't mean good is absent. Time and again, God has restored good from evil. Even back in the Garden of Eden, He promised a Redeemer. And in Jesus, that promise was fulfilled. Today, Pastor Richard encourages you: place your faith in Christ.
God's sovereignty glorifies his mercy and justice; and humbles sinners to worship him.Pastor Mark navigates this challenging passage, and answers our common objections to election, and highlights how God is free to show mercy on whom he desires and the he is just to endure those he hardens and leave in their sin, and how these truths stand together with the truth that God freely invites everyone to believe in him. Preached on Nov. 12, 2025.
Message from Ross Shannon on November 9, 2025
When you look at the world and see the evil around you, does it ever leave you feeling worried? At times, it's hard not to feel anxious about the state of things. But just because sin runs rampant doesn't mean good is absent. Time and again, God has restored good from evil. Even back in the Garden of Eden, He promised a Redeemer. And in Jesus, that promise was fulfilled. Today, Pastor Richard encourages you: place your faith in Christ.
If someone asked you what the most popular Bible verse is, what would you say? Most people would say John 3:16. But there's something in this verse that many overlook: “For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.” Today, Pastor Richard reminds you of this truth: God's promise is not for a few, not just for those already chosen, but for all who believe in Him will have eternal life.
In this sermon, Pastor Mark shares how God's purpose of election to save his people for himself from every nation makes us weep for the lost and sends us to the nations. This doctrine is not meant to stir up controversy but to strengthen our confidence in the grace of God. Preached on 11/5/25.
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The book of Romans is unlike any other book in the Bible. This letter, written by the Apostle Paul to the church in Rome, is filled with encouragement and instruction, doctrine and truths, and gives us a unique understanding of who Jesus Christ is—and why that matters in your every day life. Grab your Bible and join Jerry as he dives into this life-changing book, the book of Romans. Join Jerry as he walks through this book and gives insight along the way about how you can apply it in your every day life. You can also take your daily Bible reading to another level with The New Testament Daily with Jerry Dirmann—so grab your Bible and let's get started! ------- LINKS: « FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » To listen to or download more teachings from Jerry and others from Solid Lives ministries, visit our new media library at: https://app.jesusdisciple.com/jesus-way/media-library « THE NEW TESTAMENT DAILY PODCAST » https://thenewtestamentdailywithjerrydirmann.buzzsprout.com « SOLID LIVES » Find out more about the ministries of Jerry Dirmann and Solid Lives at https://www.solidlives.com/ « SUPPORT » You can help us get free resources like this out to more people. Visit https://pushpay.com/g/jdglobal Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below: FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » Download or listen at https://SolidLivesMedia.com/ ABOUT SOLID LIVES » Find out more at https://www.solidlives.com/ SUPPORT » Help us get the word out at https://solidlives.com/give/
A sermon from our series God's Renewed People on the book of Romans chapters 9-16. Date: 02 November 2025 Speaker: Evan McFarlane Romans 9 www.stmatthews.com.au/unichurch
If someone asked you what the most popular Bible verse is, what would you say? Most people would say John 3:16. But there's something in this verse that many overlook: “For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.” Today, Pastor Richard reminds you of this truth: God's promise is not for a few, not just for those already chosen, but for all who believe in Him will have eternal life.
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Sermon by Kelly Brady from Romans 9:30-10:4
Romans 9 | The Sovereignty of God | Johnny Kurcina | October 26, 2025 What do you believe? What God are you trusting in? On what basis are you trusting in this God? In this passage, Paul speaks to us about a God that has revealed Himself and wants us to know Him personally and […]
Paul is no stranger to controversy and as we turn to Romans 9 we'll study his highly controversial teaching on God's Sovereignty over salvation through the lens of God's plan for the Jews. This is a key chapter, and a difficult chapter, but one that is filled with truths that we can embrace and praise God for. Join us! Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on Amazon! To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: www.keychapters.org. Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6OqbnDRrfuyHRmkpUSyoHv Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/366-key-chapters-in-the-bible/id1493571819 YouTube: Key Chapters of the Bible on YouTube. In 2025, we were awarded #10 on the list of the "Best 100 Bible Podcasts" list from www.millionpodcasts.com. We are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from Feedspot.com. Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from PlayerFM. Special thanks to Joseph McDade for providing our theme music.
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Jeremiah 27-28; Psalms 48-49; Romans 9-10
24 Jeremiah 27-28; 19 Psalms 48-49; 45 Romans 9-10
This means that it is not the children of the flesh who are the children of God, but the children of the promise are counted as offspring. - Romans 9:8
Check out our latest sermon in our 'Romans' series! 10/19/25
Sermon by John Vandervelde from Romans 9:14-29
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Can the promises of God to Israel really be trusted? What are God's intentions for his chosen people? The answer is within the election and predestination of God. This drives Paul to the heights of praise as he lays out the sovereign Grace of God to save sinners in Romans Chapters 9-11. Gibson Gellerman joins Pastor James Rathmann to discuss these weighty chapters.Upcoming events at RCD:Men's Night: LeadershipFriday, October 17 | 7-9pmhttps://subspla.sh/nstwnvxMember MeetingSun, October 26 | 11am-12pmhttps://subspla.sh/ytq4hd4
October 12, 2025 sermon from Providence Reformed Church Las Vegas by Pastor Travis Peterson
Sermon by John Vandervelde from Romans 9:1-16
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Message from Ross Shannon on October 5, 2025
God's Righteousness Rejected at Present: The Reason, the Remedy, and the Result As Paul continues to defend God's righteousness in election, in Romans 9:30-10:21 he zeroes in on the human responsibility to respond to God's offer of salvation through faith in Jesus Christ. Believing in Jesus and confessing him as Lord are essential for salvation. We have a present responsibility to respond to God's offer of salvation through faith in Jesus Christ. While God's election is sovereign, He also calls people to put their faith in Christ for salvation. We also see the importance of praying (10:1) and sharing the gospel: “So faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ” (Romans 10:17).
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Emmanuel Baptist Church – Newington, CT – Pastor Cary Schmidt
Hello Friends! I love to hear from you! Please send me a text message by clicking on this link! Blessings to You!In this episode, Dr. Jori discusses with her listeners Paul's reminder about being careful to answer back to GOD as the clay would to the potter. Scripture References: Romans 9:20; Romans 1:1-7; Matthew 23:4; John 10:10; Acts 9, 22, 26; Romans 3:23; R0mans 5:8; Romans 6:1-2; Romans 8:1; ROmans 8:31-39; Romans 9:1-8, 14-21; Isaiah 29:16, 45:9, 64:8; Jeremiah 18:6 Scripture translation used is the Legacy Standard Bible. “Scripture quotations taken from the (LSB®) Legacy Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2021 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Managed in partnership with Three Sixteen Publishing Inc. LSBible.org and 316publishing.comFIND DR. JORI ON OTHER PLATFORMS https://linktr.ee/drjorishafferCHECK OUT THE DWELL AUDIO BIBLE APP:Click this link for my unique referral code. I use this frequently. Such a wonderful audio bible app. https://dwellapp.io/aff?ref=jorishafferBIBLE STUDY TOOLS DR. JORI USES:Note: These contain Amazon affiliate links, meaning I get a commission, at no extra cost to you, if you decide to make a purchase through my links.Here is a link to some of my favorite bible study tools on Amazon:https://geni.us/cHtrfEMr. Pen Bible Journaling Kitshttps://lvnta.com/lv_PTrHSCogbRim4yhEDnhttps://lvnta.com/lv_mkaMOuGe6m4oHR88uqhttps://lvnta.com/lv_dgvsxOc99t663A628z JOIN DR. JORI IN DEVOTIONAL JOURNALING IN 2025Check out this 9 min YouTube Video outlining her journaling strategy! Don't Forget to subscribe to the YouTube Channel! https://youtu.be/lqe9TO7RSz4 BOOKS OF BIBLE COLOR CHARTI made this chart as a helpful tool for grouping the collections of books or letters in the Holy Bible. The colors in the different sections are the ones that I use in my journals. Books of Bible Chart (color) (4).pdf - Google Drive LOOKING TO RETAIN MORE OF WHAT YOUR PASTOR IS TEACHING? CHECK OUT DR. JORI'S SERMON REFLECTION JOURNALS! Sermon Notes, Reflections and Applications Journal/Notebooks by Dr. Jori. Click the links below to be directed to amazon.com for purchase. Or search “Dr. Jori Shaffer” on Amazon to bring these up. https://amzn.to/418LfRshttps://amzn.to/41862EyHere is a brief YouTube video that tells about the Journal/Notebooks as well:https://youtu.be/aXpQNYUEzds Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website: https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.com Support the show
Emmanuel Baptist Church – Newington, CT – Pastor Cary Schmidt
We continue our series in the book of Job and Romans, with special focus on the most powerful biblical teaching that God never replaced Israel with the church.Connect with us on social:Telegram: @beholdisraelchannelInstagramFacebookXYouTube