As we wrap-up our series on Romans 8, we look at the closing of Paul’s argument in verses 31-39. Paul gives us great reason to celebrate the work and love of Jesus Christ. The very things that hold us secure despite the many forces at work against us. Listen in as AJ Crocker brings the Word this weekend!
Sonship
September 22, 2024 • Pastor Larry Hasmatali • Romans 8:14–17
Are you adopted? The Apostle Paul in Romans 8 picks up the theme of adoption from Roman culture and uses it to illustrate how we become children of God and joint-heirs with Christ through the Holy Spirit. Listen in as Pastor Larry unpacks this truth!
No Pain, No Glory
September 15, 2024 • Dwight Cameron • Romans 8:18–27
Have you ever struggled to understand why God allows suffering? Romans 8 offers a perspective of endurance and hope, reminding us that the challenges of this present life pale in comparison to the eternal glory that awaits those who believe in Jesus. Furthermore, this present pain has great purpose: to grow us and make us more like Christ. Listen in as Pastor Dwight Cameron unpacks this incredible passage of promise.
Life in the Spirit
September 1, 2024 • Pastor Larry Hasmatali • Romans 8:5–13
Being a Christian means having a new life: a life transformed and lived in the Spirit. Those who live according to the flesh are enslaved to their sinful nature, but those who set their minds on the things of the Spirit walk in God's righteousness and believe He will meet their needs. So ask yourself, are you living according to the flesh, or are you living according to the Spirit?
Liberty
August 25, 2024 • Pastor Larry Hasmatali • Romans 8:1–4
In Canada, the Charter of Rights and Freedoms guarantees our fundamental freedom of religion, a liberty we must never take for granted. In a greater way, the Holy Spirit offers us liberty from the control of sin on us, offering us forgiveness and goodness. Yet to receive the fullness of this freedom we must continually surrender ourselves to the Holy Spirit's power.
Pardoned
August 18, 2024 • Pastor Larry Hasmatali • Romans 8:1
Romans 8 is one of the greatest chapters in the Bible; a multi-faceted diamond of deep truths meant to pour blessing upon blessing on those who study them and walk in them. Romans 8:1 alone is a powerful reminder that there is no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus; a truth that never changes regardless of what comes your way.
