Airdrie Baptist Church

Paul’s Ministry to the Gentiles - Romans 15:14-21


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The sermon centers on the Apostle Paul's affirmation of the Roman church's spiritual maturity, emphasizing that true ministry is rooted in divine grace, humility, and a life submitted to Scripture. Paul commends the believers not for empty praise, but for being 'full of goodness'—a sign of the Spirit's fruit, which arises from obedience to God's Word and a life of virtue. He further highlights their 'all knowledge,' not as mere intellectualism, but as a deep, God-fearing understanding of truth that comes through continual engagement with Scripture and results in spiritual freedom. The church's ability to 'admonish one another' reflects a mature, discerning love that adapts to individuals' needs—whether they are unruly, weak, or struggling—while maintaining patience and grace. Ultimately, the message calls the congregation to self-examination: to recognize that genuine spiritual fruit is not self-earned but flows from surrender to Christ, and to live as humble servants who, by grace, help others grow in truth and holiness. The sermon emphasizes that authentic Christian maturity is marked by grace-filled humility, Spirit-led virtue, deep Scriptural knowledge, and the ability to lovingly admonish others with discernment and patience, all rooted in a life surrendered to Christ.
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Airdrie Baptist ChurchBy Jeffrey J Friesen