THE BOOK OF ROMANS: FOR ALL WHO BELIEVE

SERMON TITLE: DON’T GIVE GOD A BAD NAME — THE HYPOCRITE’S AUDIT (Romans 2:17-29)

What happens when those who claim to represent God actually push people away from Him? In Romans 2:17–29, Paul calls out religious hypocrisy — not to shame, but to awaken. This message challenges us to take an honest audit of our lives:

- Do we preach what we don’t practice?

- Do we rely on outward signs but ignore inward transformation?

- Are we temples of the living God… or whitewashed tombs?

“God’s name is blasphemed among the Gentiles because of you.” – Romans 2:24

This is a sobering reminder that our lives are the loudest sermons we’ll ever preach.

Join us as we explore what true faith looks like — not in appearance, but in heart. Let’s lay down religion and hypocrisy and rise up as authentic followers of Christ who reflect His love, truth, and holiness.

May the name of Jesus be lifted high — not just in word, but in the way we live.

Scripture Focus: Romans 2:17–29

Key Questions:

What message does your life communicate to a watching world?

Are you a temple or a tomb?

Is your heart truly circumcised by the Spirit?