BIBLE DOCTRINES 4. SANCTIFICATION (Romans 4:1-18)
1. THE NEED FOR SANCTIFICATION
2. THE MEANS OF SANCTIFICATION
3. THE RESULT OF SANCTIFICATION
1. What is it? “Change” and “Exchange” “Reconciliation is the work of God for man in which God undertakes to transform man and make possible and actual his eternal fellowship with a holy God.” (John Walvoord) The ‘heart’ of the gospel; a key element of At-One-Ment: Sacrifice; Propitiation; RECONCILIATION; Redemption 2. Why is it necessary?…
1. RELIGIOUS! An Old Testament Law-keeper 2. RENEWED! A New Testament believer 3. RESOLVED! A radical change of heart & life
Introduction Context: The rest of the sermon – directed at disciples Contrasts: “..it was said …but I tell you….” Sayings vs 43,44 The teaching: Lev 19:18; Ex 23:4,5 – what was added, what was subtracted. The truth: Love with no boundaries, prayer for those who oppose. Sons vs 45 -47 Example: The Father’s practical care v45…
ITS HURT Excruciating ITS HEART I don’t measure up ITS HOPE In Christ’s rejection In the acceptance of truth In the process of change In the sovereignty of grace
A Cry Of: 1) TRAUMA! His anguish is finished 2) TRANSFER! (2 Cor 5:21) His work on our behalf is complete 3) TRIUMPH! (Matt 27:50-51) Victory over Satan, Sin, Death & Judgement The veil is rent The welcome is sure The access is free Our salvation is complete
1. Rejoice in His Peace – (v36) – So Gracious 2. Rejoice in His Presence (v37-43) – So Tender 3. Rejoice in His Fulfillment of Prophecy (v44-45) – So Comforting 4. Rejoice in Proclaiming the Gospel (v46-48) – So Confirming 5. Rejoice in the Promise of Power (v49) – So Equipping…