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Romans: Week 4
Sermon Text: Romans 11:28-29 Lead Pastor Jason Exley
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Life Church Midlothian
620 U.S. 67 Frontage Rd, Midlothian, TX 76065, USA
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As far as the gospel is concerned, they are enemies for your sake; but as far as election is concerned, they are loved on account of the patriarchs, for God’s gifts and his call are irrevocable. – Romans 11:28-29
The IMMUTABILITY of God
1. That’s an unusual word and one that we need to define carefully.
Immutability: God does not change his basic character
His purposes do not change.
He never grows in knowledge or wisdom.
He never differs from himself.
He never improves upon his own perfection.
He never “grows” or “develops” in any respect.
God is...
Always wise,
Always sovereign,
Always just,
Always good,
Always holy,
Always merciful,
Always gracious.
“God’s gifts and God’s call are under full warranty—never canceled, never rescinded.” - Eugene Peterson
2. What did it mean to the Roman Church?
"All Israel will be saved" - Romans 11:26
1) Because the prophets predicted it (vs. 26-27).
2) Because God chose them in love (vs 28).
“they are enemies for your sake; but as far as election is concerned, they are loved on account of the patriarchs” - Romans 11:28
Do you see the paradox: Enemies yet loved. Loved enemies.
"for God’s gifts and his call are irrevocable.”
The prophets predicted it. The Bible promises it. God’s unchanging character guarantees it.
3. What It Means to me?
First, God’s promises do not change.
Second, God’s purposes do not change.
Third, God’s character does not change.
God feels about us the same way he did when He sent Christ to the earth.
What difference does this doctrine make in practical terms?
If God became less holy, sin would no longer be sin.
If God became less just, sin would no longer be punished.
If God became less sovereign, man could take his place.
On one hand this is very bad news for the rebellious sinners, BUT on the other hand, this is very good news to those who want to be saved!
As far as the gospel is concerned, they are enemies for your sake; but as far as election is concerned, they are loved on account of the patriarchs, for God’s gifts and his call are irrevocable. – Romans 11:28-29
The IMMUTABILITY of God
1. That’s an unusual word and one that we need to define carefully.
Immutability: God does not change his basic character
His purposes do not change.
He never grows in knowledge or wisdom.
He never differs from himself.
He never improves upon his own perfection.
He never “grows” or “develops” in any respect.
God is...
Always wise,
Always sovereign,
Always just,
Always good,
Always holy,
Always merciful,
Always gracious.
“God’s gifts and God’s call are under full warranty—never canceled, never rescinded.” - Eugene Peterson
2. What did it mean to the Roman Church?
"All Israel will be saved" - Romans 11:26
1) Because the prophets predicted it (vs. 26-27).
2) Because God chose them in love (vs 28).
“they are enemies for your sake; but as far as election is concerned, they are loved on account of the patriarchs” - Romans 11:28
Do you see the paradox: Enemies yet loved. Loved enemies.
"for God’s gifts and his call are irrevocable.”
The prophets predicted it. The Bible promises it. God’s unchanging character guarantees it.
3. What It Means to me?
First, God’s promises do not change.
Second, God’s purposes do not change.
Third, God’s character does not change.
God feels about us the same way he did when He sent Christ to the earth.
What difference does this doctrine make in practical terms?
If God became less holy, sin would no longer be sin.
If God became less just, sin would no longer be punished.
If God became less sovereign, man could take his place.
On one hand this is very bad news for the rebellious sinners, BUT on the other hand, this is very good news to those who want to be saved!
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Life Church App: Download the Life Church App from the App store today by texting LCM to 76959 and stay up to date with what’s going on, sign up for events, send us prayer requests, follow along with sermon notes and give easily with one time push set up.
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Spanish Service: ¿Habla español? ¿Conoce a alguien que lo hace? Invítalos a nuestro Servicio Español que se celebra todos los domingos a las 14:00.
SOAP: SOAP is the way we read the Bible at Life Church. Take fifteen minutes each day and read Scripture, write down your Observations, journal your Applications and spend a few moments in Prayer. Text the word SOAP to 76959 to sign up for a daily text notification.
TEXT 2 GIVE: Needing a convenient way to give in service today? You can text the word LCGIVE to 76959 and be able to give right now, safely and easily from your smart device.
Wednesday Night Ministry: Don't miss out on everything happening mid-week at Life Church! Junior High & High School students have their service, The Awakening, in the Life Church Youth & Kids auditorium. KidLife, our group for elementary-aged children, will hold their small group meetings. KidLife Jr, our ministry for children birth to pre-K will be meeting in the early childhood classrooms. Bring your kids early, starting at 6:30PM, for a hamburger or hot dog meal (including your choice of chips and a drink) for just a buck!
Contact Information Updates: We want to know more about you so we may serve you better. Please help us by updating your Church Community Builder (CCB) profile so we can stay connected. Visit https://lifechurchmidlothian.ccbchurch.com at your convenience to update the profile yourself, or ask us for help today! If you require assistance during the week, email info@lifeunusual.com. Thanks!