Chestnut Ridge Church
People have different perspectives about heaven. Some believe that we will all end up there. Others think only “good” people make it to heaven. But there has always been only one way to get right with God, and it has nothing to do with what we do for God. It’s all about what He did for us.
Throughout this series, we will discover how to begin a relationship with God, understand ideas surrounding the Gospel, and equip you with more confidence so you can discuss the Bible message with others. Ultimately, we will answer the question—can we know for sure we’ll go to heaven?
Online Service Only // 9am / 11am
We will continue to stream services online at 9am and 11am. Sunday's service will be available to watch on our app, at www.theridge.church/live, on Facebook and YouTube at 9am and 11am.
Today's Music
Egypt, Endlessly, Faithful Now, Do It Again
When God Walked Alone—Part 2
[Tim Haring]
Problem | People think good people go to heaven
Solution | Salvation can’t be earned; it can only be received as a gift
Romans 4:1-5 HCSB
The Rabbis taught that Abraham had a surplus of merit from his works that was available to his descendants. –J.A. Witmer
Romans 4:1-2 HCSB
Justified |The act of God as judge that declares sinners (who were in the wrong) to be right or righteous in His sight
Romans 4:4-5 HCSB
Salvation is...
A Wage
• The approach: Earn It
• The view of God: God it a debtor
• The effect: Pride and self-sufficiency
• The result: You remain in your sin
A Gift
• The approach: Receive it
• The view of God: God is a giver
• The effect: Gratitude and trust in God
• The result: Your debt is erased
Genesis 15:5-6 HCSB
Galatians 3:6-7 HCSB
• The problem is sin
• The solution is Jesus
• The response God is looking for is faith
Ephesians 2:8-9 HCSB
Today's Takeaway | Salvation can’t be earned; it can only be received as a gift