Overview of Romans

CrossPointe Church Westerville Ohio

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Overview of Romans

April 3, 2024 • Pastor Matt Keller • Romans

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In this sermon, the speaker delves into the Book of Romans, starting with its historical context as a letter written by Apostle Paul to a church in Rome around 57 AD. The church was notable for its widespread reputation of faith and obedience. The sermon references Martin Luther's profound experience with Romans, particularly 1:17, which led to his understanding of righteousness as a gift of faith from God.

The sermon then provides a comprehensive overview of Romans, emphasizing justification by faith alone as its central theme. It explains that all humans are deserving of God's wrath due to sin, but through faith in Jesus Christ, we are declared righteous, or justified, before God. This justification is necessary because our works cannot meet God's standards and is sufficient because it is not dependent on our actions.

The speaker illustrates the concept of imputation, where Christ's righteousness is credited to believers, and outlines the benefits of justification, including peace with God, access to grace, and salvation from wrath. The sermon also addresses the continuity of justification by faith from the Old Testament, using Abraham's example of being credited righteousness through faith.

Chapters six through eight of Romans are discussed, highlighting that justification leads to a life of righteousness, not a license to sin. The sermon touches on the assurance of salvation and God's sovereignty in salvation, as seen in chapters nine through eleven. It concludes with the practical implications of justification by faith in personal conduct, social responsibilities, and church life, urging believers to live out the gospel in all aspects of life.

I Will Go

October 24, 2024 • Pastor Matt Keller • Isaiah 6

Experiencing God can profoundly motivate us to share the gospel. Isaiah 6 illustrates how an encounter with God transformed Isaiah's willingness to spread His message. Despite knowing the people wouldn't listen, Isaiah's awe of God's glory drove him to say, 'Here I am, send me.' Every believer is called to be a missionary, sharing the gospel in their own context. This week, challenge yourself to trust in God's plan and share His message, even if immediate results aren't visible.

Living in Hope and Holiness

September 15, 2024 • Kellen Robbins • 1 Peter 1:13–15

Today's message focuses on 1 Peter 1:13-25, urging us to prepare for our spiritual journey like a marathon runner. We are called to live with hope, holiness, reverent fear, and love. By setting our minds on Christ's return, striving for holiness, acknowledging God's authority, and loving one another deeply, we reflect our new identity in Christ. Let us challenge ourselves to apply these principles in our daily lives.

This is Our Home–For Now

September 11, 2024 • Pastor Seth Drayer • Jeremiah 29:1–14

Feeling displaced and weary in today's world is a sentiment many share. In this message, we explore the exile of Judah in Jeremiah 29 to draw principles for living faithfully as spiritual exiles. The people of Judah felt abandoned in Babylon, but God had a plan for them, just as He has a plan for us. God commanded the exiles to build houses, plant gardens, marry, and seek the welfare of their city, showing that faithfulness involves active participation in our communities. By engaging in normal, everyday activities and seeking the welfare of our communities, we prove our faith in God's promises. As spiritual exiles, we are called to invest in our temporary home, trusting in God's ultimate plan for us.