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This sermon continues to establish a theological foundation for understanding why God allows evil by exploring the attributes of God's sovereignty, specifically His counsel and will. It defines God's counsel as the expression of His infinite wisdom revealed through Scripture, urging believers to delight in His Word rather than the advice of the ungodly. The preacher distinguishes between God's revealed will, which is known and can be obeyed, and His permissive will, which is ultimately used to accomplish His perfect purposes. Emphasizing that God desires all men to be saved and calls for holy living, the message warns against rejecting divine instruction while acknowledging that God permits human disobedience without compromising His own nature. The central intent is to comfort believers with the certainty of God's wisdom and to convict them to align their lives with the clear directives found in the Bible.

The sermon emphasizes that the primary purpose of a local church is to preach the simple gospel of Jesus Christ crucified, risen, and coming again. It contrasts this divine message with human wisdom, noting that while the world may view the cross as foolishness or a stumbling block, it remains the power and wisdom of God for salvation. The speaker warns against diluting the message with traditions, programs, or prosperity theology to attract larger crowds. Instead, the focus must remain solely on the biblical text and the finished work of Christ. Ultimately, the preacher asserts that faithfulness in proclaiming this uncomplicated truth is the only responsibility of the minister, leaving the results to God.

After commanding the Colossians to pray, Paul commanded the Colossians to walk wisely before unbelievers in the world. He then moved into how we are to talk to unbelievers and around unbelievers. We are to speak with grace. All of this is so that we will be able to respond rightly to unbelievers so as to further the Gospel.

Pastor Jeremiah Gabbard | Romans 1:7-18

1. Secure In Our Souls 2. Secure In God 3. Secure Only In Jesus

The sermon defines biblical wisdom as the God-given skill to apply Scripture to real-life situations, distinguishing it from mere knowledge. It emphasizes that true wisdom requires redeeming time by understanding God's will through the Bible and exercising discernment through constant practice. Key characteristics include considering long-term consequences, possessing depth of judgment beyond surface-level assumptions, and growing in maturity and teachability. Jesus Christ is presented as the ultimate embodiment of wisdom, providing the perfect example for believers to follow in their daily decisions. The message concludes by urging listeners to prioritize spiritual growth over worldly pursuits and to seek wisdom through dependence on God.