Reconciliation on SermonAudio

Christ's death does more than merely remove sin; it fundamentally changes the believer's nature to restore a favorable relationship with God.

This lesson is part of an ongoing verse by verse study through the epistle of Romans. It was taught in the adult Bible class of Grace Baptist of Ruston Louisiana.

Beloved in the Lord Jesus: God protected Jacob and his family from Esau by inclining Esau's heart to make peace with Jacob. Esau no longer tried to kill Jacob, like he vowed to do. In this, Jacob learned of God's control of all things and God's protection of his people. Now he had work to do in Canaan. In order to do the work he had to do, Jacob had to break contact with Esau! Our headings are: 1. Jacob Separates from Esau 2. Jacob Settles in Canaan 3. Jacob Serves the Lord Our goals are: That you will keep a proper distance from those who hate Jesus and who hurt your focus on the work Yahweh has set before you.

This sermon expounds on Isaiah 53 as the definitive presentation of the gospel, focusing on the theological necessity of Christ's death for the salvation of sinners. It addresses the human rejection of the gospel, attributing this resistance to the innate sin nature that rebels against God's light and authority. The central argument emphasizes that God's justice and mercy are reconciled through the propitiation of Christ, who bore the penalty for human transgressions to satisfy divine wrath. The message concludes with the hope of Christ's resurrection and exaltation, highlighting that He has secured victory and shares the spoils of His labor with believers, offering them eternal life and a restored relationship with God.

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