Mark 12:28-34 Those of us trained in the mindset of the Reformation have an aversion any kind of works or even ritual tied to our faith. It is right to affirm the Apostle Paul’s words in Romans 3:28, “For we hold that one is justified by faith apart from works of the law.” …
Tag: Romans
Feb 08
Coming with Power
And this is the victory that conquers the world, our faith. Who is it who conquers the world but the one who believes that Jesus is the Son of God? 1 John 5:4-5 The power of the Kingdom of God (cf. Mark 9:1) has sadly been misinterpreted by so many. Our sensibilities today …
Jul 06
Spirit of God Dwells in You
Romans 8:1-11 The existence outside of God is described as the law of sin and death. This principle (as in the law of gravity) keeps us condemned in our actions and desires. We cannot do the righteousness of the law of God because we are bound by the law of sin. But Romans 8 now …
Jun 22
Ending a Senseless War
Romans 7:15-25 One of the easiest ways to defeat is to never realize that you are in a war. In Romans 7 we see the instructions for us to withstand the onslaught of Satan and sin. We must realize the danger that is at work to make our lives ineffective and defeated for Jesus Christ. Death …
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