Sermon: The Center of the Gospel Sermon Text: Romans 3:21-31 Sermon Preached at Providence Presbyterian Church Evansville, IN The sermon expounds on the doctrine of justification by faith alone, arguing that human efforts and good works are entirely insufficient to satisfy a holy God's demand for perfection. It emphasizes that all people are sinners who fall short of God's glory and must rely solely on the finished work of Jesus Christ, including His redeeming blood and propitiation of divine wrath, for salvation. The preacher contrasts this biblical truth with modern misconceptions that add human merit to faith, asserting that justification is a gift of grace received through faith in Christ alone. Furthermore, the message explains that while good works do not cause justification, they are the necessary fruit and outworking of genuine faith, leading believers to live by faith and uphold God's law rather than overthrow it. Ultimately, this teaching aims to eliminate boasting before God and inspire joyful obedience and praise for the unmerited grace provided through Christ.