Playlist: Faith, Establishing Law (topic)
How Does Faith Establish the Law?
Sermonette by David C. GrabbeThe book of Romans is like a song in which some lyrics are popular but others are unfamiliar and hummed through, obscuring the overall message.
The Covenants, Grace, and Law (Part Twenty-Nine)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIn addressing the concept of faith and its relationship to establishing the law, it is evident that faith does not negate the law but rather upholds its rightful place in our understanding of God's purpose. As stated in Romans 3:31, we do not make void the law through faith; rather, we establish it. This principle is clear: …
The Covenants, Grace, and Law (Part Five)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughGod's purpose from the beginning has been to restore all things, reproducing Himself and creating children in His image while working to restore His government to the earth. The New Covenant fits beautifully into this purpose, not merely as a device to save people, but as a means to align humanity with His law. Through the …
The Covenants, Grace, and Law (Part Four)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughJustification does not 'do away' with the law; it brings us into alignment with it, imputing the righteousness of Christ and giving access to God for sanctification.
God's Law Is Eternal
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsMany say that God's laws have been abolished, even though Jesus taught that until heaven and earth pass away, not one jot or tittle of the Law will disappear.
Acts (Part Fourteen)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughThe people of Lystra and Derbe mistake Paul for Hermes and Barnabas for Zeus. When Paul convinces the crowds that he and Barnabas are not gods, they are rejected.
On Works
Sermon by John O. ReidWorks are necessary for a Christian, and have not been neutralized by grace. Good works serve as the evidence of faith; faith without works is dead.
Forms vs. Spirituality (Part 6)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughChrist emphasizes that the internal, weightier matters, which change the heart, take precedence over external ceremonial concerns that don't change the heart.
Elements of Motivation (Part Four)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughBecause we have been bought with an awesome price, we have no right to pervert our lives, but are obligated to look upon our bodies as vessels in His service.
Acts (Part Fifteen)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughActs 15 focuses upon the Council of Jerusalem, discussing the controversial subject of circumcision and its relationship to salvation.