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Sermon: Faith That Makes a Family Sermon Text: Romans 4:9-12 Sermon Preached at Providence Presbyterian Church Evansville, IN The sermon expounds on Romans 4 to establish that justification is received by faith alone, independent of religious rituals or ethnic heritage. Using Abraham as the primary example, the preacher demonstrates that God credited righteousness to him before he was circumcised, proving that salvation is not contingent upon outward signs like baptism or Jewish lineage. This theological argument dismantles any reliance on works or ceremonial badges for salvation, emphasizing that faith in Christ's finished work is the sole instrument of being made right with God. The message extends this truth to Gentiles, affirming that all who believe are united as a spiritual family under Abraham, regardless of their background. Consequently, believers are called to live out this faith through costly commitment and obedience, reflecting their identity as children in God's family.

What is the true gospel of Jesus Christ? Not merely a personal escape from hell through a sinner's prayer, but the announcement that the kingdom of God has drawn near in Jesus the King. Drawing from Mark 1:14-15 and Luke 4:16-21, this sermon recovers Jesus' own proclamation of the kingdom, contrasts it with the truncated mid-twentieth-century presentations still common today, and presses the necessity of preaching the full gospel to our own souls and to one another. Christ lived the obedience we failed, died in our place, rose in victory, and by free grace alone through faith alone His righteousness is counted ours. The call is clear: reject hardness of heart, live as salt and light where God has placed you, and speak this liberating truth until it outweighs every accusation.

Types In Exodus 26 Exodus 26 I. The Coverings: A Type of Salvation. Vs.1-14 II. The Walls: A Type of Justification. Vs.15-30 III. The Veils: A Type of Separation. Vs.31-37

This sermon expounds on the Reformation doctrine of sola fide, asserting that sinners are justified by faith in Christ alone rather than by works. The preacher defines saving faith as a tripartite act involving knowledge of gospel facts, intellectual assent to their truth, and personal trust in Jesus for salvation. Using the illustration of a straw delivering a cold drink, the text clarifies that faith is merely the instrument that receives Christ, who is the sole source of righteousness. The message warns against relying on any human merit or religious ritual, emphasizing that justification is entirely a gift of God's grace received through resting in Jesus alone. Ultimately, the sermon calls listeners to examine their trust, ensuring it rests exclusively on the finished work of Christ for eternal life.

The sermon expounds on John 17, focusing on Christ's declaration that He has finished the work of redemption given by the Father. It emphasizes that salvation is entirely accomplished by Jesus' obedience, leaving no room for human merit or contribution to justification. The preacher highlights the covenant of redemption, illustrating how Christ's humiliation and subsequent exaltation serve primarily to glorify God rather than merely benefit humanity. Believers are encouraged to find assurance in the certainty of this finished work and to adopt a motive of glorifying God in all their service. Ultimately, the message points to the future hope of beholding Christ's glory in eternity as the fulfillment of eternal life.

The sermon explores the practical implications of justification by faith alone, urging believers to walk by the Spirit rather than submit to legalism or gratify fleshly desires. Drawing parallels between the Israelites' exodus and the Christian life, it highlights the ongoing internal conflict between the old nature and the new birth in Christ. The preacher emphasizes that being led by the Holy Spirit provides victory over sin, produces spiritual fruit, and frees believers from the condemnation of the law. Ultimately, the message calls for humble dependence on Jesus Christ and continuous reliance on the Spirit's power to live a life of love and obedience.

Bible Reading: Colossians 1:13-29 1. We preach his person 2. We preach his passion 3. We preach his power 4. We preach his pardon 5. We preach his preeminience The sermon emphasizes that the core of Christian preaching is Jesus Christ rather than human philosophy or religious tradition. It outlines five key aspects of this message: Christ's divine person, his sacrificial passion on the cross, his power to deliver believers from darkness, his pardon for sins, and his ultimate preeminence in all things. The speaker argues that salvation is found exclusively in Christ through faith alone, rejecting any notion that works or creeds contribute to justification. By highlighting the historical reality and theological supremacy of Jesus, the message calls listeners to recognize their spiritual state and accept the free gift of righteousness offered by grace. The central intent is to direct attention away from self or denominational identity toward the saving work of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Last week we began looking at the benefits we have from our redemption in this life. Now we are ready to look in more detail at the first benefit. You all like to be justified. It is something that everyone desires. It means that you are accepted and thought well of.