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 - November 20, 2022
More Than Words
The central thrust of the passage has been stated: “we rejoice in hope of the glory of God” (5:2). Now, Paul takes us deeper into the heart of hope—into the very heart of God. Here the Guarantor of glory demonstrates the greatest ground of hope. What was presented in terms known only to justice is now presented in the language of love. Hope is secure supremely because it rests on God’s love, and God’s love is given in more than words.
Scripture References: Romans 5:5
