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Pastor Adam Jackson continue in our latest sermon series, Romans: The Power of the Gospel 

Romans: The Power of the Gospel
Week 6

‭‭Romans‬ ‭6:1-23

We have been set free from sin (Romans 6:1-14)

We have been set free to obey (Romans 6:15-23)

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Welcome to this week’s episode of The Follow Up from Spring Lake Church! Things are a bit different this time—it’s been a busy week, and our full pastor panel couldn’t come together for our usual Monday recording due to a conference near Madison. Instead, Carrie hosts and sits down with Pastor Bill, one of our three pastors who preached this week, to dive into Romans 5:12-21 and unpack the sermon’s key takeaways! 

In this episode, they explore: 
How Adam’s sin impacts all humanity (and why we play a part too) 
How to live daily in the gift of righteousness 
Why Christ’s obedience triumphs over Adam’s disobedience 
What “where sin increased, grace abounded all the more” reveals about God’s grace 
Does grace give us a pass to sin? (Not quite—hear why!)

With a packed schedule, Carrie and Pastor Bill keep the conversation going to help you reflect on Romans 5 in your own life. Join us next week for the full crew back in-studio! 

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Pastor Bill Van Kirk continues in our latest sermon series, Romans: The Power of the Gospel 

Romans: The Power of the Gospel
Week 8

‭‭Romans‬ ‭5‬:‭12‬-‭21‬‬

The problem of sin through Adam (‭‭Romans‬ ‭5‬:‭12‬-‭14‬‬)

The provision of Righteousness through Jesus (‭‭Romans‬ ‭5‬:‭15‬-‭17‬‬)

The Power of Grace (‭‭Romans‬ ‭5‬:‭18‬-‭21)‬‬

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Pastors Jack Guerra and Arlen Chastain continue in our latest sermon series, Romans: The Power of the Gospel 

Romans: The Power of the Gospel
Week 8

‭‭Romans‬ ‭5‬:‭12‬-‭21‬‬

The problem of sin through Adam (‭‭Romans‬ ‭5‬:‭12‬-‭14‬‬)

The provision of Righteousness through Jesus (‭‭Romans‬ ‭5‬:‭15‬-‭17‬‬)

The power of grace (‭‭Romans‬ ‭5‬:‭18‬-‭21‬‬; ‭‭Philippians‬ ‭2‬:‭6‬-‭11‬‬)

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Episode Overview
In this episode of The Follow-Up, Jack Guerra, filling in for Carrie, dives into Romans 5:1-11 with Arlene and Adam. They discuss the powerful theological concepts of justification and reconciliation, breaking them down in a way that connects deeply to our everyday faith journey. The conversation also explores suffering and perseverance, offering biblical encouragement for those facing hardship.

Key Topics & Takeaways
🔹 Justification – Being Made Right with God

Justification is being declared right in God's eyes through Christ alone—not by our works, efforts, or good intentions.
"Just as if I'd never sinned" – a simple yet profound way to understand justification.
We don’t earn our righteousness; it is attributed to us through Jesus’ perfect life and sacrifice.
🔹 Reconciliation – Restored Relationship with God

Reconciliation means removing hostility and being in harmony with God.
Even when we were enemies of God, He pursued reconciliation with us through Christ.
Many people resist reconciliation, choosing to stay angry at God, often using past hurts as an excuse.
🔹 Dealing with Suffering

Suffering leads to perseverance, which builds character, and ultimately produces hope.
Personal testimonies from the hosts illustrate how God works even in pain and hardship.
Suffering is never wasted—God uses it to shape us and deepen our faith.
🔹 Our Hope is Through Jesus

The hosts emphasize the Greek meaning of "through"—everything in salvation, righteousness, and hope comes through Jesus, not our own efforts.
No matter what you've done, there is grace and hope available through Christ.
We don’t work for salvation; we live from it.
Quotes to Remember
💬 “All of Jesus's accomplishments and accolades are now attributed to your record.” – Arlene
💬 “Through Jesus. Period. Stop trying to add to it.” – Jack
💬 “No matter what you’ve done, there is grace and hope for you right where you are.” – Adam

Action Steps & Encouragement
✅ Reflect on Romans 5:1-11 – What does justification and reconciliation mean for you personally?
✅ Ask yourself: Am I trying to earn God’s love, or am I resting in what Christ has already done?
✅ If you are struggling with suffering, lean into hope—God is at work even when you can’t see it.

Pastors Jack Guerra and Arlen Chastain continue in our latest sermon series, Romans: The Power of the Gospel 

Romans: The Power of the Gospel
Week 7

Romans 5:1-11

Justified through Jesus  (Romans‬ ‭5:1-4)‬‬

Hope through Jesus (‭‭Romans‬ ‭5:5-8)‬‬

Reconciled through Jesus  (‭‭Romans‬ ‭5:9-11)‬‬

Life is THROUGH Jesus 

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Pastor Adam Jackson continues in our latest sermon series, Romans: The Power of the Gospel 

Romans: The Power of the Gospel
Week 7

Romans 5:1-11

Justified through Jesus  (Romans‬ ‭5:1-4)‬‬

Hope through Jesus (‭‭Romans‬ ‭5:5-8)‬‬

Reconciled through Jesus  (‭‭Romans‬ ‭5:9-11)‬‬

Life is THROUGH Jesus 

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Welcome back to The Follow Up, where we recap this week's sermon so you can grow deeper in your relationship with Jesus! This week, join Jack Guerra, Ryan Groshek and Bill Van Kirk as we continue our study of Romans, diving into chapter 4 verses 1 through 25 and exploring the meaning of God's Grace and the role of His Law in our lives.

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Pastor Ryan Groshek continues in our latest sermon series, Romans: The Power of the Gospel 

Romans: The Power of the Gospel
Week 6

Abraham believed and God counted it as righteousness (Romans‬ ‭4‬:‭1‬-‭8)‬‬

Abraham believed and God counted it as righteousness
We believe and God counts it as righteousness

Abraham believed before obeying God’s Law (‭‭Romans‬ ‭4‬:‭9‬-‭17)‬‬

Abraham believed before obeying God’s Law
We believe before obeying God’s Law

Abraham believed in God’s life-giving promise (‭‭Romans‬ ‭4‬:‭18‬-‭25)‬‬

Abraham believed in God’s life-giving promise
We believe in God’s life-giving promise

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Pastor Jack Guerra continues in our latest sermon series, Romans: The Power of the Gospel 

Romans: The Power of the Gospel
Week 6

Then: Abraham believed and God counted Him as righteous (‭‭Romans‬ ‭4‬:‭1‬-‭3‬‬)

Now: We believe and God counts us as righteous (‭‭Romans‬ ‭4‬:‭4‬-‭8)‬‬

Then: Abraham believed before keeping God's Law (‭‭Romans‬ ‭4‬:‭9‬-‭15)‬‬

Now: We believe before keeping God's Law (‭‭Romans‬ ‭4‬:‭16‬-‭17)‬‬

Then: Abraham believed in God's life-giving promise (‭‭Romans‬ ‭4‬:‭18‬-‭22)‬‬

Now: We believe in God's life-giving promise/ he who makes the impossible possible (‭‭Romans‬ ‭4‬:‭23‬-‭25)‬‬

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