Explores God's unchanging nature, His trustworthy word, and His inclusive love, emphasizing the transformative power of faith in our darkest moments.
Good morning, dear church family. I trust that the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ is abundant in your lives today. We stand on the precipice of a new day, a day filled with the promise of God's goodness and the certainty of His love. As we gather here, let us not forget the purpose of our meeting - to draw closer to our Creator, to understand His word, and to be transformed by His truth.
Today, we will be focusing on a passage from Paul's second letter to the Corinthians. In 2 Corinthians 5:17, the Apostle Paul writes,
"Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come."
This is a powerful reminder of the transformative power of our faith, of the renewing work that God is doing within us each and every day.
Our sermon today will focus on three main points, each a testament to the unchanging character of our God: God's Immutable Nature, God's Infallible Word, and God's Inclusive Love. These are the pillars of our faith, the bedrock upon which our relationship with God is built.
When we think about the nature of God, one of the first things that comes to mind is His unchanging character. This is a comforting thought, isn't it? In a world that is constantly shifting and changing, we serve a God who remains the same yesterday, today, and forever. His promises never fail, His love never wavers, and His power never diminishes.
The seasons: They change, don't they? Winter gives way to spring, spring to summer, summer to fall, and fall back to winter. Yet, in all these changes, there is a constant rhythm, a predictable pattern. This is a reflection of God's unchanging nature. Despite the changes in our lives and in the world around us, God remains the same. His love for us is constant, His grace is unending, and His mercy is new every morning.
The promises of God: Have you ever made a promise and then failed to keep it? We all have, haven't we? But God is not like us. When He makes a promise, He keeps it. He doesn't change His mind or go back on His word. His promises are sure and certain. They are like a rock that we can stand on, a firm foundation that we can build our lives upon.
The promise God made to Abraham: He promised to make Abraham's descendants as numerous as the stars in the sky and the sand on the seashore. And did He keep that promise? Absolutely! Abraham's descendants became a great nation, just as God had promised. This is a testament to God's unchanging nature. He is a promise-keeper, a God who can be trusted.
His love: The love of God is unlike any other love we know. It is unconditional, unending, and unchanging. It doesn't depend on our performance or our worthiness. It is a love that is freely given, a love that never fails. Think about the love of a parent for their child. Even when the child disobeys or disappoints, the parent's love remains. It doesn't change based on the child's behavior. This is a reflection of God's love for us. Despite our sins and failures, His love for us remains the same. It is a love that is constant, a love that is unchanging.
His power: Have you ever felt powerless? We all have, haven't we? But God is not like us. His power is unlimited, unchanging, and unstoppable. He is the Creator of the universe, the Sustainer of life, and the Redeemer of mankind. His power is not diminished by our weaknesses or our failures. It is a power that is constant, a power that is unchanging. Think about the power of God displayed in the resurrection of Jesus. Death could not hold Him, the grave could not contain Him, and Satan could not defeat Him. This is a testament to God's unchanging power. He is a God of resurrection, a God of life, a God of victory.
As we continue, we find ourselves turning our attention to another cornerstone of our faith: God's Infallible Word ... View this full PRO sermon free with PRO
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