The Gospel Of The Grace Of God (Part 2) - Living by faith - Ian Robson
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Summary
The gospel of God's grace requires both repentance from sin and faith in Jesus Christ's atoning sacrifice. The speaker emphasizes that faith is the assurance of things hoped for and the conviction of things not seen, citing Habakkuk 2:4 as an Old Testament example. Ultimately, living by faith requires overcoming pride, as pride leads people to believe they do not need God, while true faith leads to knowing God and overcoming the world.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Repentance and faith as inseparable twinsThe gospel of the grace of God requires both repentance toward God for our sin and faith in the finished work of Jesus Christ on the cross.
The righteous will live by faithTracing back to Habakkuk, the speaker points out that the opposite of faith is pride, which makes people feel they do not need God.
Overcoming the world through belief in JesusFaith in Jesus as the Son of God is the victory that overcomes the world, rescuing believers from sin and hurdles placed by the devil.
The danger of the self-made mindsetClaiming to be a self-made person is a dangerous expression of pride that robs God of the glory due to Him for every breath and ability.
The righteousness of God revealed in the gospelPaul states in Romans that the gospel reveals God's righteousness, moving from faith to faith for everyone who believes.
Redeemed from the curse of the lawIn Galatians, the speaker warns against legalism and rules, explaining that Christ redeemed believers from the curse of the law so they could receive the Spirit through faith.Galatians 3:11
Enduring with confidence under the New CovenantThe final mention of living by faith in Hebrews encourages believers not to shrink back, but to hold onto their confidence and endurance.
The biblical definition of faithFaith is the substance of things hoped for and the evidence of things not seen, requiring the belief that God exists and rewards those who seek Him.Hebrews 11:1
Examples of faith in actionHeroes of faith like Noah, Abraham, and Moses demonstrated their belief through obedience, enduring suffering and refusing the passing pleasures of sin.
Faith without works is deadJames teaches that genuine faith is never alone; like the two wings of a bird, faith must be accompanied by good works as evidence of an inner transformation.James 2:17
Standing before the judgment seat of ChristEvery believer will appear before Christ's judgment seat to be recompensed according to what they have done in their body, whether good or bad.2 Corinthians 5:10
