We are a forgetful people in a land of distractions. Our minds are easily captivated by trivial and temporary inducements. New things quickly become old. In our mind’s eye even glory tends to fade and warnings tend to wane. It is no wonder that we who are invisibly united to Christ and visibly in and not of this world live in constant need of renewal. And what is true for the Christian is true for the church. This is a series that seeks to renew the mind of the church. Not so much by reviewing what she is called to do as much as what she is called. As with the Christian so with church, her God-given identity defines her. We who are the church are a people for God and none other.
Before we return to the book of Romans, we will be looking at the what scripture says about the Church, in its nature, how she expresses herself in song, and how the church cares and equips for its members.
The messages from this series can be found here:
Manny Pereira - September 4, 2022
God in the Dock
Having charged that Jews are liable to God’s judgement against sin, Paul anticipates outrage. His indictment of Jews raises important questions about God’s covenant and character. Are not Jews God’s historic, chosen people? Did God not make promises to them? Does God’s covenant with them mean nothing? Here, we are invited to listen in as Paul masterfully answers cutting objections—objections that ultimately fault God. The scene transcends the moment and reveals something fundamental to the human heart. Sinners tend to justify self while judging God, especially in matters concerning human sin and divine sovereignty. What shall we say? Only the self-righteous presume to put God in the dock.
Scripture References: Romans 3:1-8
