Psalm 118 is a powerful expression of thanksgiving, reminding us to choose gratitude daily for God's enduring love (hesed), His ability to transform our struggles into blessings, and His acceptance of us through Jesus' sacrifice.

The text underscores the power of remembering God's deeds to inspire faith and trust in His ongoing faithfulness and provision.

Psalm 146 emphasizes the importance of self-directed praise to God, highlighting that while other emotions like fear or doubt come naturally, praise must be actively stirred, as it shifts focus from oneself to God, serves as a powerful weapon in adversity, and is due to God's unique ability to save, His greatness in creation, and His goodness in justice and care for the vulnerable.

"The Death of a Dream" explores the theme of enduring faith and trust in God's promises, illustrated through the story of Abraham, who faced long delays and seeming impossibilities before God's promises were fulfilled, emphasizing that God's timing often brings life from what appears to be dead.

The message titled "What’s Law Got To Do With It?" delves into the interaction between faith and law in the gospel, using the stories of Abraham and David to illustrate how righteousness is attained through faith rather than works, emphasizing that while the law is not abolished by faith, it is upheld and fulfilled through the grace of God.

"God’s Righteousness Received by Faith in Christ" is that despite all humanity being guilty and unable to justify themselves through their actions, the righteousness of God is made available to all who believe in Jesus Christ, as God Himself becomes both the just Judge and the justifier of those who have faith in Him, emphasizing that salvation is not earned but received as a gift through faith in Christ.

In Romans 2:12-16, Paul underscores that both those who have the law and those who don't will be judged based on their actions and the secrets of their hearts, emphasizing that true righteousness is not merely about hearing the law but about doing it, as God judges the secrets of men through Christ Jesus.

Paul's admonition in Romans 2 against hypocritical judgment; while faith in God's salvation through Christ doesn't negate the importance of good works, it ensures our safety from divine wrath, akin to standing on scorched earth where judgment has already fallen, thanks to Jesus' sacrifice.

In Romans 1:16-18, Paul emphasizes the revealing of God's wrath against ungodliness and unrighteousness, underscoring the desperate need for the gospel, which offers salvation through faith in Jesus Christ, showcasing God's righteousness and love in contrast to the consequences of sin.