Go! And Trust the God Who Gave His Best
Romans 8:32 (NLT): "Since he did not spare even his own Son but gave him up for us all, won’t he also give us everything else?"
Introduction: The God Who Gives Everything
Have you ever received a gift so extravagant, so undeserved, that you were left speechless? Perhaps it was a time someone went above and beyond for you, and you wondered, “How could they love me that much?”
Today, we turn our eyes to the greatest gift ever given—the gift of God’s own Son, Jesus Christ. Our key verse, Romans 8:32, is a promise from the heart of God to your heart: “Since he did not spare even his own Son but gave him up for us all, won’t he also give us everything else?”
This verse is the foundation of confidence, hope, and assurance for the believer. If God gave His best—His Son—how could He possibly withhold anything we truly need?
1. God Did Not Spare His Own Son (Romans 8:32a)
"Since he did not spare even his own Son…"
Paul here draws a powerful contrast—God did not spare His Son. The Greek word used here is ?fe?sat? (epheisato), meaning to hold back, to refrain, to withhold mercy. God did not withhold; He did not pull back His hand.
This echoes Genesis 22, where Abraham was willing to sacrifice Isaac, his only son, but God intervened: “Do not lay a hand on the boy!” (Genesis 22:12, NLT). Yet on Calvary, there was no angel to cry “Stop!” The Father delivered Jesus to the cross willingly.
As R.T. Kendall wrote: “Calvary is not a tragic accident; it is a divine appointment.” Kendall reminds us the cross was not man’s scheme gone wrong—it was God’s sovereign plan for our redemption.
How often do we doubt God’s love when life feels harsh? When trials come, remember: He did not spare His own Son for you. If He went that far, you can trust His heart when you cannot trace His hand.
2. He Gave Him Up for Us All (Romans 8:32b)
"…but gave him up for us all…"
The phrase “gave him up” translates the Greek pa??d??e? (paredoken), meaning to hand over, to deliver up, to surrender. This is the same word used in Romans 4:25: “He was handed over to die because of our sins, and he was raised to life to make us right with God.”
It speaks of deliberate, sacrificial giving. God surrendered His Son to betrayal, to suffering, to the full weight of divine justice—for us all. Not for the deserving, but for the undeserving.
John 3:16 echoes this: “For this is how God loved the world: He gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life.”
As Max Lucado puts it: “The Maker of the stars would rather die for you than live without you.” That’s not sentiment; that’s salvation.
Imagine a judge who sees a guilty man before him—a man condemned to death. But instead of sending him to the gallows, the judge takes off his robes, steps down, and says, “I will take his place.” That is what God did for you in Christ.
3. The Assurance: Won’t He Also Give Us Everything Else? (Romans 8:32c)
"…won’t he also give us everything else?"
Here Paul moves from the historical act of the cross to the present promise of provision. The Greek ?a??seta? (charisetai) means to graciously grant, to freely bestow.
This does not mean God will give you everything you want—but everything you truly need for life and godliness (2 Peter 1:3, NLT: “By his divine power, God has given us everything we need for living a godly life.”).
John Piper says: “God is most glorified in us when we are most satisfied in Him.” God gives what will ultimately conform us to Christ, not necessarily what will make life comfortable.
This is where trust becomes practical. You may face illness, job loss, rejection, or grief—but if God gave you His Son, He will not abandon you now. Every trial is not a denial of His love; it is an opportunity to lean on His promise.
4. Supporting Scriptures
a. Isaiah 53:10 (NLT): "But it was the Lord’s good plan to crush him and cause him grief. Yet when his life is made an offering for sin, he will have many descendants. He will enjoy a long life, and the Lord’s good plan will prosper in his hands."
This Old Testament prophecy reminds us the cross was always the plan. The Hebrew word for “crush” here is ?????? (daka), meaning to bruise, to break. God’s will was not thwarted by the cross; it was fulfilled.
b. 2 Corinthians 5:21 (NLT) : "For God made Christ, who never sinned, to be the offering for our sin, so that we could be made right with God through Christ."
This is the great exchange—our sin for His righteousness. Our shame for His glory.
c. Philippians 4:19 (NLT): "And this same God who takes care of me will supply all your needs from his glorious riches, which have been given to us in Christ Jesus."
God’s provision is anchored in Christ. Not in your bank account. Not in your performance. In Christ.
d. John 10:28 (NLT): "I give them eternal life, and they will never perish. No one can snatch them away from me."
Because the Father gave the Son, the Son now gives eternal security.
5. The Gospel Presentation:
The heart of Romans 8:32 beats with the message of the Gospel:
We are sinners, separated from a holy God (Romans 3:23).
The wages of sin is death (Romans 6:23a).
But the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ (Romans 6:23b).
On the cross, Jesus bore your sin, your punishment, your hell. He died, was buried, and rose again the third day.
This is not just theology—it is your only hope.
6. A Call to Respond
Today, will you trust the God who gave His best for you? If He did not spare His Son, what will He withhold from you? Repent—turn from your sin. Believe—trust in Christ as your Saviour and Lord.
For the believer: Stop living like God is stingy. Live in the freedom and generosity of His love. Obey His call. Share His Gospel. Rest in His promises.
For the seeker: Today is the day of salvation. Don’t leave this place still carrying your guilt. Surrender to the One who gave everything for you.
7. Illustrative Story: The Costly Pearl
A missionary once shared the Gospel with a poor farmer in India. The man said, “I will crawl on my knees for miles to earn God’s favour.” The missionary replied, “You could crawl your whole life and never earn it. But God has already paid the price by giving His Son.”
Tears filled the man’s eyes as he realised salvation is not earned; it is received.
Benediction:
May you go in the confidence that the God who gave His Son will not fail to give you all you need. Trust Him, obey Him, and proclaim Him—because He did not spare even His own Son, but gave Him up for us all.
