Acts 21 - Are You Willing to Follow Jesus In Spite of the Risks?

Romans 10 - Are You Sharing About Jesus With Others?

Romans 10 - Are You Sharing About Jesus With Others? Paul addresses the theme of salvation and the role of faith in a person's relationship with God and emphasizes the accessibility of salvation and the importance of following Jesus. Paul expresses his deep desire for the salvation of his fellow Israelites. He explains that salvation comes through faith in Jesus who is the fulfillment of God's righteousness and through whom both Jews and Gentiles can be saved. Salvation is not achieved through human effort or knowing the law or obeying the law. Instead, it comes through faith in Jesus and confessing Him as Lord. Paul emphasizes the equality of all believers, stating that "everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved." Paul highlights the importance of sharing the message of Jesus reminding us that people can only believe in Jesus if they have heard about Him. They can only hear if someone shares the message to them. #newtestament #romans #outreach #bless #mission #jesus #faith #spirituality #christianity #evangelism #discipleship #diversity #earlychurch

Romans 9 - To Whom Do You Have Trouble Showing Mercy?

Romans 9 - To Whom Do You Have Trouble Showing Mercy? The apostle Paul addresses the issue of God's sovereignty and human responsibility in the context of salvation. He begins by expressing his deep concern and sorrow for his fellow Israelites, who have not fully embraced the message of Jesus as the Messiah. Paul explains that the promises and blessings given to the Israelites are significant and that God's faithfulness to His covenant with them remains unchanged. However, he highlights that being physically descended from Abraham does not automatically guarantee salvation. True membership in God's people is based on faith and personal relationship with Him. God hardens the hearts of those who choose to harden their heart. Paul affirms that God desires the salvation of all people and extends His grace to everyone, but individuals must respond in faith to receive that grace. Salvation is available to all who believe, regardless of their ethnic background or ancestry. God's chosen people are those who put their faith in Jesus Christ, both from among the Jews and the Gentiles. God is not exclusive or restrictive but rather expansive. God chooses to give mercy to people who we may not expect or consider deserving. #newtestament #romans #outreach #bless #mission #jesus #faith #spirituality #christianity #evangelism #discipleship #diversity #earlychurch

Romans 8 - What Can Separate You From the Love of God?

Romans 8 - What Can Separate You From the Love of God? Paul begins by stating that there is no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. This means that through faith in Jesus, believers are forgiven of their sins and are no longer under the guilt and judgment that sin brings. Instead, they have been set free. Paul then introduces the concept of the Holy Spirit, who dwells within believers. He explains that the Spirit helps believers live according to God’s will and enables them to experience true life and peace. The Holy Spirit assures believers of their identity as children of God and heirs of His promises. Paul contrasts the mindset of living according to the flesh, which represents our sinful nature, with the mindset of living according to the Spirit. He emphasizes that those who are led by the Spirit experience life and peace, while those who live according to the flesh are in conflict with God. Paul goes on to describe the hope that believers have in the future redemption of their bodies. He explains that the whole creation, including believers, eagerly awaits the future restoration and renewal that God will bring. In the latter part of Romans 8, Paul reassures believers of God’s unfailing love and His unbreakable commitment to them. He assures them that nothing can separate them from the love of God in Christ Jesus. No hardship, persecution, or even death can separate them from His love and His purpose for their lives. #newtestament #romans #outreach #bless #mission #jesus #faith #spirituality #christianity #evangelism #discipleship #diversity #earlychurch

Romans 7 - Why Do You Do the Things You Don’t Want to Do?

Romans 7 - Why Do You Do the Things You Don’t Want to Do? The apostle Paul discusses the struggle between the desires of the flesh and the desires of the spirit. He begins by explaining that the law of Moses, which includes the Ten Commandments, is good and holy, but it reveals the presence of sin within us. Paul shares his own personal struggle with sin, acknowledging that even though he desires to do what is good, he often finds himself doing what he doesn't want to do. He describes a conflict within himself, where his mind desires to follow God's law, but his flesh or human nature is prone to sin. Paul emphasizes that this struggle highlights the weakness of human nature and the inability of the law to save or deliver us from sin. The law reveals our need for a Savior and our dependence on God's grace. Paul concludes by pointing to the ultimate solution found in Jesus. He highlights that it is through Jesus' death and resurrection that believers are set free from the power of sin. By receiving the Holy Spirit, believers can now live a new life empowered by God's grace. #newtestament #romans #outreach #bless #mission #jesus #faith #spirituality #christianity #evangelism #discipleship #diversity #earlychurch

Romans 6 - Should You Go On Sinning?

Romans 6 - Should You Go On Sinning? The apostle Paul addresses the concept of how believers should understand their relationship with sin and the transformative power of Jesus Christ. Paul begins by asking the question, “Should we continue sinning so that grace may increase?” He emphatically answers, “No!” and explains why. Paul explains that when a person chooses to follow Jesus and is baptized, they are united with Him in His death and resurrection. This means that their old sinful self is crucified with Christ, and they are no longer enslaved to sin. Just as Christ was raised from the dead, believers are raised to a new life in Him. Paul emphasizes that the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. He emphasizes the contrast between the old life of sin and its consequences and the new life of righteousness and the gift of eternal life. When the Bible uses slavery as a metaphor or analogy, it does so to illustrate spiritual or relational concepts rather than to promote or justify the practice of human slavery. #newtestament #romans #jesus #faith #spirituality #christianity #outreach #mission #bless #evangelism #discipleship #diversity #earlychurch