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1. We possess a ___________ hope that is unlike anything in the world. 2. We _________ to this hope unlike anything in the world. 3. With this hope we ___________ something unlike anything in the world.

God’s Promises #7 (Romans 11:33-36) In light of all that God has done for us in the gospel (Romans 1-5), all the Spirit is doing in us currently (Romans 6-8), and all that God will do for His people in the future (Romans 9-11), let us… Reflect on the ___________ ______________ of God (11:33) Keep our own ______________________ in mind (11:34-35) ___________________ the Lord together (11:36) Final...

God’s Promises #6 (Romans 11:11-32) At the end of this section on God’s Promises, what are Paul’s key takeaways for Gentile believers? We need to _______________ God’s plan for Israel. (11:11-16) We need to ______________ ourselves before God. (11:17-24) We need to ________ that God is not finished working. (11:25-32) Final Application:

God’s Promises #5 (Romans 11:1-10) If Israel rejected the Messiah because of the sovereign plan of God (Ch. 9) and because they hardened heart toward the gospel (Ch. 10), does that mean God has rejected His people? (Romans 11:1) Answer: Absolutely Not! What is the EVIDENCE that God has not rejected His covenant people? - __________________ The story of Paul – 11:1 - ___________________ The story o...

God’s Promises #4 (Romans 10:14-21) The Pathway To Salvation The Christian is Commissioned (vs. 15) The Christian Proclaims the Gospel (vs. 14) The Listener Hears the Gospel (vs. 14) The Listener Believes the Gospel (vs. 14) The Listener Calls on Jesus (vs. 14) How beautiful are the feet of those who bring the good news! (Romans 10:15 | Isaiah 52:7) Why then did Israel not receive Jesus their Mess...

God’s Promises #3 (Romans 10:1-13) Core Questions Every Human Should Ask and Answer… Is There a God? What is God Like? How can I be in Right Relationship with the True God? What then should I do?

God’s Promises #3 (Romans 10:1-13) Core Questions Every Human Should Ask and Answer… Is There a God? What is God Like? How can I be in Right Relationship with the True God? What then should I do?

God’s Promises #2 – Romans 9:19-33 The question of Romans 9:19-33: If God is sovereign over the hearts of people, then why does He still hold Israel responsible for unbelief? Four Answers: The _______________ of God (9:20-21) The _______________ of God (9:22-24) The _______________ of God (9:25-29) The _____________________ of Humans (9:30-33) Two Uncomfortable Truths: Not everyone goes to _______...

God’s Promises #2 – Romans 9:19-33 The question of Romans 9:19-33: If God is sovereign over the hearts of people, then why does He still hold Israel responsible for unbelief? Four Answers: The _______________ of God (9:20-21) The _______________ of God (9:22-24) The _______________ of God (9:25-29) The _____________________ of Humans (9:30-33) Two Uncomfortable Truths: Not everyone goes to _______...

The Promises of God #1 – Romans 9:1-18 The primary question of Romans 9… How can we trust God’s promise to love us forever (8:37-39) if God didn’t keep His promises to Israel? Two reasons for the question: (9:1-5) The Jewish ____________ of the Gospel The OT ________________ of God to Israel Two answers to the question: OT Truth: Physical _______________ does not guarantee spiritual ______________...

Swimming Upstream #5 – THE VULNERABLE When we see someone in need around us, how do we respond? FIRST cultural narrative: God helps those who help themselves. SECOND cultural narrative: The government should help those who can’t help themselves. The danger of these two narratives: we avoid any ________________ for helping our neighbor. The Way of Jesus is to use our strength, influence, power, and...

Swimming Upstream #4 – MARRIAGE Marriage in America today is trapped between two narratives: #1 – __________________________: if I find and connect with the right person, then I will finally be happy and whole. The Bible reframes this narrative on three fronts: First, only _______ can satisfy the deepest longings of your heart. (Psalm 16:11) Second, _____________ is a high and holy calling and mar...

Swimming Upstream #3 – GENDER Cultural Narrative on Gender: Problems with the Cultural Narrative on Gender: Biblical Narrative on Gender: Where does this narrative (equal but distinct) come from in the Bible? Men & Women are EQUAL in… …moral dignity, value, and ________ (Gen 1:26-27) …__________ to God through Jesus Christ (Gal 3:27-28) …spiritual ______________ and skillfulness (1 Cor 12:7) …know...

Swimming Upstream #2 – Truth “What is truth?” John 18:37-38 Truth is the correspondence between what we say and ___________. Cultural Narrative on Truth: Truth is The Problems with this Narrative: Christian Narrative on Truth: Truth is What is the SOURCE of truth? Ultimately, all truth is rooted in ___________. The God of all truth reveals truth to us in His ___________. We believe in the ________...

Swimming Upstream #1 - UNITY One of the greatest challenges to following Jesus is that His ways are so different from what comes __________ to us and is ____________ in the larger culture. “Do not be conformed to this age…” – Romans 12:2 “They are not of the world…” – John 17:16 To follow Christ faithfully, we must be willing to swim upstream against the __________ ____________ of our contemporary...

Sermon Outline The wonderful results of our justification in Christ… 1- _____________ with God: Reconciliation (5:1, 10-11) 2- Ongoing Access to ________________ (5:2) 3- _____________ in Affliction (5:3-4, 11) 4- Security in God’s _____________ (5:5-8) 5- Future _______________ (5:9-10) Now What?

Sermon Outline What do we learn about genuine faith from Abraham’s life? Genuine faith humbles our moral _______________ because salvation doesn’t come by obeying the law. (4:13-15) Law --> Transgression --> Wrath Promise --> Faith --> Heir Genuine faith undermines _______________________ because salvation is not exclusive to one people-group or nation. (4:16-18) Genuine faith is always __________...

Sermon Outline Joy is the emotion we feel when someone is ___________ to be with us. _________ is always glad to be with us. Is it really a big deal to God that He is with us? God ________________ us so He can be with us. Jesus _____________ the highest price for us so He can be with us. The Lord ___________________ a place for us so He can be with us. God’s invitation to eternal joy and happiness...

Sermon Outline Obstacles to Joy Rhythms of Joy 1. 1. 2. 2. 3. 3. 4. 4. 5. 5. Personal Study Guide Sermon Response: What was your primary take-away from the sermon on Sunday? How did the Lord challenge you to apply the truth that you heard? Study the Word: Read Exodus 20:8-11 and Mark 2:23-28. Why did God give His people the Sabbath requirement? How does Jesus’ teaching on the Sabbath help us bette...

Sermon Outline The Story of Creation Why This World Never Fully Satisfies The Pathway to Joy Specific Examples Personal Study Guide Sermon Response: What was your primary take-away from the sermon on Sunday? How did the Lord challenge you to apply the truth that you heard? Study the Word: Read Ecclesiastes 2:1-11. What did Solomon learn from his search for joy? Read Ecclesiastes 12:12-14. Based on...

Sermon Outline Persevere in the ________________ of the Gospel Persevere in the ________________ of the Gospel Prepare for the ______________ of Sharing the Gospel The Power to Persevere Personal Study Guide Sermon Response: What was your primary take-away from the sermon on Sunday? How did the Lord challenge you to apply the truth that you heard? Study the Word: Read 2 Timothy 1:8-12 and 1 Timoth...

Sermon Outline 2 Timothy 1:1-7 Setting the Stage The Author: The Audience: The Timeline: The Context: The Connection: What God Has Given Us Grace, Mercy, & ____________ in Christ Generational __________________ Loving Mentors & _______________ ______________ by the Spirit What God Asks of Us Keep _______________ Your Faith in Christ Embrace the Right _______________ Personal Study Guide Sermon Res...