2 Corinthians 5:14-21– The concept of “substitution” underlies four biblical words that describe how God saves us sinners: Propitiation; Redemption/Ransom; Justification; Reconciliation. [Weekly devotional guide provided.]
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Sermons on righteousness
Psalm 17–David is able to pray boldly because #1 he is confident that he is living the Lord’s way; #2 he knows that is request is appropriate; and #3 he knows that God is faithful. Are you able to pray boldly?
1 John 2:28-3:10–Why should we live a moral life? In this passage, John gives us three persuasive reasons why it makes sense to do so. If you are a child of God this is information that you need to know!
Ephesians 6:14-15 Reflections on Dr. Martin Luther King. Is the American Dream the same as God’s Dream? In our spiritual battles, it is important to put on the armor that God has provided. As we examine the full armor of God that Ephesians 6 outlines, we look first at our protective armor–the belt of truth…
Isaiah 56:1-8 In this passage, the prophet Isaiah looks forward to the day when the promise of peace, justice and righteousness will be extended to all. This is what the Lord says: “Maintain justice and do what is right, for my salvation is close at hand and my righteousness will soon be revealed.”
Ephesians 4:17-24 “So I tell you this, and insist on it in the Lord, that you must no longer live as the Gentiles do . . .” Great changes are to take place when we surrender our lives to the Lord, Paul says. Reject the old ways. Get a brand new way of thinking and…
Psalm 5 In this psalm, David lays it all out. There are pleas for God to hear him. There is an acknowledgment of who can and cannot stand before God. David asks the Lord to lead him in the right way. And finally, he confesses the assurance that God favors and blesses those who are…
Galatians 3:1-14 Paul confronts the foolish Galatians by asking them a series of questions in order to point them back to living by God’s grace. Did you receive the Spirit by working for it or by believing in Jesus? What about Abraham? Was he made righteous by works or faith? Did God work miracles among…