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Part 4 of Great Themes of Discipleship – The gospel calls us to a new way of life–a life of love. We’ll consider this great theme of living in love, and obedience, which will prepare us for that glorious world … Continue reading →
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Part 12 of Displaying the Character of Christ–An Exposition of Romans 12:9-21 – In his admonition to practice “sincere love” in Romans 12:9-21, the Apostle Paul concludes with the greatest challenge of all–to love even our enemies. Our “non-retaliation” must … Continue reading →
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Part 11 of Displaying the Character of Christ–An Exposition of Romans 12:9-21 – Paul’s description of the “sincere love” that is to characterize the community of Christ is a thing of beauty. But Paul knows that we still live in … Continue reading →
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Displaying the Character of Christ–An Exposition of Romans 12:9-21, #10 – Being a Christian involves a lifelong process of restoration. By the work of the Spirit, we are no longer to be conformed to the pattern of this world, and … Continue reading →
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Displaying the Character of Christ – An Exposition of Romans 12:9-21, Part 9 – It is sometimes said that a parent is only as happy as their least happy child. In our passage this morning, the Apostle Paul contends that … Continue reading →
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Part 6 of Displaying the Character of Christ–An Exposition of Romans 12:9-21 – Jesus has said that due to the trials of this world, “the love of many will grow cold” (Matt. 24:12). But Paul also said that love–real love–“perseveres” … Continue reading →
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Part 5 of Displaying the Character of Christ–An Exposition of Romans 12:9-21 – Love Christ and your church, diligently with passion, as your service to God. What does sincere love look like? This morning in v. 11, the Apostle Paul … Continue reading →
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Part 4 of Displaying the Character of Christ–An Exposition of Romans 12:9-21 – What does “sincere love” look like? So far, we have seen that it is morally discerning, “hating what is evil, clinging to what is good” (Rom. 12:9b). … Continue reading →
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Part 3 of Displaying the Character of Christ–An Exposition of Romans 12:9-21 – There are various biblical metaphors used to describe the church–it is like a temple or a body or a bride. But perhaps the most frequent image is … Continue reading →
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Part 2 of Displaying the Character of Christ–An Exposition of Romans 12:9-21 – “Love” can mean lots of things, but the Apostle Paul wants to convey the meaning of love as it has been revealed by God through Jesus Christ. … Continue reading →
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Part 1 of Displaying the Character of Christ–An Exposition of Romans 12:9-21 – We live in “the age of authenticity,” with a focus on being true to our true selves. But the authenticity called for in the gospel comes in … Continue reading →
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It seems there are ample reasons for being pessimistic about life in this world. But the Apostle Paul makes an extraordinary claim: “we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have … Continue reading →
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Life without hope is a living hell. So for the Christian, hope is essential to who we are. We are to be “joyful in hope” (Romans 12:12). But what is this hope and how can we have it in this … Continue reading →
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In Adam, we inherit his sin, but in Christ, we inherit his righteousness.
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Part 5 of The Five Solas of the Reformation – Who can be aware of what is happening around us and not believe that there is something wrong with this world. The Bible not only diagnoses the problem; it offers a … Continue reading →
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Part 28 of the Gospel of God: Paul’s Letter to the Romans – Paul, who has talked about the duty of love in the life of the church, now demonstrates that love in sending greetings to those he knew in … Continue reading →
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Part 27 of the Gospel of God: Studies in Paul’s Letter to the Romans – After concluding his exposition of the gospel and its implications, Paul returns to his immediate concerns in writing this letter to the Christians in Rome. … Continue reading →
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Part 26 of the Gospel of God: Paul’s Letter to the Romans
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Part 25 in the Gospel of God: Paul’s Letter to the Romans – Our attitudes and actions testify to God’s grace in our lives.
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Part 24 of the Gospel of God: Paul’s Letter to the Romans – “Jesus is Lord” was the first Christian creed, but Paul contends that that rule is exercised over us through certain mediating institutions. Among these is the civil … Continue reading →
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Part 23 of the Gospel of God: Paul’s Letter to the Romans – What are the qualities that ought to characterize the family of God’s people? There is one that reigns supreme: sincere love. In our passage this morning Paul … Continue reading →
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