Gospel instalment: 10-05-2024 Sermon Title: The Word of faith Text: Romans 10: 5-16 Sermon is an exposition on Romans 10:5-16 that contrasts the "righteousness of the law" with the "righteousness of faith." Key themes include: Righteousness by the Law: Citing Moses (Leviticus 18:5), Paul explains that adherence to the law requires perfect obedience, which is unattainable by human effort. This leads to condemnation, as seen in Deuteronomy 27:26—any failure under the law brings a curse. Righteousness of Faith: The "righteousness of faith," as preached by Paul, is not earned by human effort but is received through faith in Jesus Christ. Romans 10:9 outlines that confessing with the mouth and believing in the heart that Jesus is Lord brings salvation. This belief is based on Christ's completed work—His death and resurrection—without the sinner needing to fulfill the law by themselves. Imputed Righteousness: Imputed righteousness is what agrees with God's righteousness and is what is meant by the righteousness of faith—and it is a concept where Christ's righteousness is credited to believers, not through their works but by grace. Salvation comes through the sufficiency of Christ's obedience, not human merit. Paul's Argument: Paul continued his lamentation over the Jews' unbelief. They pursued righteousness through the law, failing to see that righteousness comes through faith in Christ. Paul's sorrow stems from their ignorance of God's true righteousness, which was foretold by the Law and the Prophets. Preaching and Faith: The necessity of preaching the gospel is highlighted, And this is FREE!