20th Oct 2019 - Continuing In God's Kindness
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Summary
The speaker urges the congregation to remain vigilant, especially as end-times warnings are prevalent, by taking heed to God's Word. He emphasizes the importance of deeply studying the Book of Romans to fully grasp the gospel, which leads to victory over sin and having Satan under one's feet. The central warning is against becoming complacent or losing gratitude, which can lead to spiritual decline.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Taking heed to the warnings in God's WordBelievers are urged to learn from the mistakes of others in Scripture and take seriously the warnings given as we approach the end times, rather than assuming past movements or associations protect us from falling.
The specific warning for outsiders in Romans chapter 11Paul addresses Gentiles who have been grafted into the olive tree, warning them not to become arrogant because the root supports them, and emphasizing that they must continue in God's kindness to avoid being cut off.
Standing only by faithThe first essential truth is that believers stand exclusively by faith and grace introduced through justification, walking by faith rather than senses or circumstances.Romans 10:17
Guarding against arrogance and conceitThe second warning is to guard against arrogance and conceit toward those who have fallen away, recognizing that these sins stem from pride and can lead to disqualification.Romans 11:18
Recognizing the danger of being a revilerArrogance and conceit can make a person a reviler, and Scripture groups revilers with immoral people and swindlers, warning believers not to associate or eat with such individuals.
Following Christ's example when reviledDisciples are called to follow the steps of Christ, who committed no sin and, when reviled, did not revile in return, but entrusted Himself to the righteous judge.1 Peter 2:21
Guarding against unbelief through self-judgmentBelievers must guard their hearts against unbelief and practice daily self-judgment rather than judging others, ensuring their names remain written in the book of life.
God's ability to restore and the root that supports usWhile God is able to graft cut-off branches back in, those who remain must recognize with deep humility that the root supports them, not vice versa.
The pleasing aroma of lowliness versus the smoke of self-importanceA deep spirit of lowliness is a soothing aroma to the Lord, whereas any hidden thought of self-importance or spiritual superiority is like smoke in God's nostrils.
Watching over our hearts with diligenceBelievers are exhorted to watch over their hearts with all diligence, purge all pride, and offer an offering of a humble spirit to the Lord as the end times approach.Proverbs 4:23
