As we look at this passage together this morning in preparation for our own celebration of communion we will see a three-fold progression in Paul’s corrective, so that we would not approach this ceremony in an unworthy manner.

In this sermon we are looking at Paul’s teaching on the nation of Israel from Romans 9-11 so that we will understand how Israel fits into God’s plan today.

In this sermon we are looking at Paul’s teaching on the nation of Israel from Romans 9-11 so that we will understand how Israel fits into God’s plan today.

This sermon is entitled “Overcoming Suffering”. From this passage we can find three soul stabilizing truths that enable us to triumph in the midst of suffering.

This sermon is entitled “Overcoming Suffering”. From this passage we can find three soul stabilizing truths that enable us to triumph in the midst of suffering.

When we fail to pass through the door of Romans 12:1-2 we will lack the power and motivation to live the Christian life. These keys are the basis for fulfilling the commands of Romans 12:3-15:13.

When we fail to pass through the door of Romans 12:1-2 we will lack the power and motivation to live the Christian life. These keys are the basis for fulfilling the commands of Romans 12:3-15:13.

This sermon reminds us of three soul-satisfying truths regarding our salvation so that we may find spiritual rest.

This sermon reminds us of three soul-satisfying truths regarding our salvation so that we may find spiritual rest.

Now Jesus brings the Pharisees to this point of decision by means of three interlocking questions drawn from the clear teaching of Scripture. As we look together at these three questions this morning we also will be brought to a point of decision regarding our understanding of Jesus the Christ.