The Christian and the Law Part 1 (Romans 7:1-6)
Key Idea: We have been released with the law to be united with Christ The Principle Stated (v.1) The Principle Illustrated (vv.2-3) The Principle Applied (vv.4-6)
Under Grace (Romans 6:1-14)
Key Idea: Our union with Christ informs how we fight against sin and how we relate to God. A Sinister Thought (vv. 1-2) A Symbol of Grace (vv. 3-4) A Solidarity with Christ (vv. 5-10) A Strategy Against Sin (vv. 11-14)
God’s Love and Loyalty (Romans 5:6-11)
Key Idea: The death and life of Christ assures us of His love and loyalty. The Death of Christ Assures Us of God’s Love (vv.6-8) The Life of Christ Assures Us of God’s Loyalty (vv.9-10) Our Response: Receive and Rejoice (v.11)
Blessings All Mine (Romans 5:1-5)
Key Idea: Justification by faith brings many blessings to the Christian life. Three blessings from justification by faith: Peace with God (v.1) Access to Grace (v.2a) Hope of Glory (vv.2b-5)
Justified by Faith (Romans 4:1-8)
Key Idea: God’s plan has always been for sinners to be justified by faith. The Blueprint of Faith (vv.1-3) The Betterment of Faith (vv.4-5) The Blessing of Faith (vv.6-8)
Power Play (John 19:1-16)
Wisdom and Words (Selected Proverbs)
Key Idea: Wisdom with our words should be reflected not only in what we talk about, but how we communicate Christ in all things Three areas to consider for how to wisely handle our words: 1. Be Mindful of Your Content (Prov 10:11, 26:20, 16:28, 10:21) a. Refuse to Gossip b. Refashion with Grace 2. […]
Wisdom and Friendship (Selected Proverbs)
Four building blocks for good and godly friendships Centered on Jesus, Not Just Common Interests (Prov 13:20) Counseling, Not Coddling (Prov 27:9) Correction, Not Criticism (Prov 27:6) Commitment, Not Convenience (Prov 17:17, 18:24)
The Beginning of Wisdom: Fear the LORD (Proverbs 1:7)
The Need for Wisdom The Source of Wisdom Note: Due to technical difficulties, there are approximately 20 seconds missing from the sermon starting around 25:31
The Righteousness of God (Romans 3:21-26)
Through Faith (vv.21-22a) By Grace (vv.22b-24a) In Christ (vv.24b-26)
