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Jeff Steele
Contributing sermons since Jan 1, 2000
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The Why's Of Scripture
Contributed on Oct 18, 2000
In our scripture reading this morning we see the Apostle Paul answering questions from the Corinthian church.
In our scripture reading this morning we see the Apostle Paul answering questions from the Corinthian church. He responds by saying that he can fathom the mysteries and has all knowledge, but he looks through the glass darkly. He was speaking of a mirror, which in his day was made of polish metal, ...read more
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Faith - It's All About Faith
Contributed on Oct 18, 2000
To this point in Paul’s letter to the Roman Church, Paul has stressed faith as the way -- the only way -- to salvation.
To this point in Paul’s letter to the Roman Church, Paul has stressed faith as the way -- the only way -- to salvation. To counter any arguments from Jewish Christians in the congregation, Paul used the example of Abraham as one who was made right with God -- justified -- by faith. In our study ...read more
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The Benefits Of Righteousness
Contributed on Oct 18, 2000
Paul has concluded his argument about faith and righteousness we read in this morning’s text.
Paul has concluded his argument about faith and righteousness we read in this morning’s text. Now, he pushes forward with the benefits of faith-producing righteousness. Note that the text begins with the word, “Therefore” which we could read, “As you can plainly see.” He continues, “...since we ...read more
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There Is No Condemnation
Contributed on Oct 18, 2000
What a powerful text this is.
What a powerful text this is. The hope of every Christian rides on the very truth of Paul’s statement. Read again what Paul wrote to the Roman church nearly 2,000 years ago, for it is as true today as it was then: “Therefore, there is no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” I wonder ...read more