Sermons on Romans 2:1-17:

"Eleven Excuse That Will Not Fly!"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Feb 13, 2007

In our witnessing for the Lord, you will hear at least eleven different excuses for not getting saved by those who are still lost in their sin. In the first couple of chapters of the Book of Romans, the apostle Paul refutes every excuse.

(Rom 2:1 KJV) Therefore thou art inexcusable, O man, whosoever thou art that judgest: for wherein thou judgest another, thou condemnest thyself; for thou that judgest doest the same things. Title: “Eleven Excuses that will not fly” Introduction: Every child of God has been called upon to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

What Kind Of Example Are You?

Contributed by Ellis Wedel on Jan 4, 2007

Expository sermon challenging the congregation to live what they believe.

This morning we continue from where we left off in the book of Romans, which is chapter 2 and verse 17. So far we have heard the apostle Paul laying out the principles by which God is going to judge the world, and how because of this, the Gentiles stood condemned. Paul now moves to the second part ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:17-21

Denomination: Baptist

Your Condemn Yourself Series

Contributed by Timothy Mills on Sep 18, 2006

Looking at the list of sins in chapter 1, we feel pretty good about ourselves, don’t we? We’re not at all like that, are we? Those are bad people, aren’t they? But what is this we read in Romans 2?

Romans 2:1-11 Looking at the list of sins in chapter 1, we feel pretty good about ourselves, don’t we? We’re not at all like that, are we? Those are bad people, aren’t they? But what is this we read in Romans 2? 1) When you judge another, you condemn yourself. • The judgement of God rightly falls ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-11

Is That Your Problem? Series

Contributed by Timothy Mills on Sep 18, 2006

We are all sinners, & God treats us like sinners; now, doesn’t that comfort your heart & give your peace?

Romans 2:11-17 God has no preferential treatment for one person over another. Acts 10:34-35; We are all sinners, & God treats us like sinners. Now, doesn’t that comfort your heart & give your peace? 1) The Law is what comdemns us all. • "The Law" means the Law of God, the Law of Moses, the Ten ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:11-17

But I'm So Religious Series

Contributed by Timothy Mills on Sep 18, 2006

Because this starts with “Jews” you may think this isn’t about you; think instead, “religious,” you’re a good Baptist, Catholic, or even a Jew; this passage is for people confident in their faith.

Romans 2:17-29 Because this starts with “Jews” you may think this isn’t about you. Think instead, “religious.” You’re a good Baptist, Catholic, or even a Jew. This passage is for people confident in their faith. 1) The reason for your confidence is are good. vv. 17-20. • You have the Law, you have ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:17-29

The Unthinkable

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Oct 9, 2006

In an hour when there is so much confusion, uncertainty and chaos, even Christians are doing the unthinkable.

THE UNTHINKABLE Rom 2:2 2 But we are sure that the judgment of God is according to truth against them which commit such things. I could have titled this sermon, "The Unbelievable" but I believe that there is no depth of sin that man today is not willing to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Marks Of A Christian

Contributed by John Telgren on Jun 1, 2003

What are the marks of a true Christian? Perhaps it would be helpful to look at what is not a mark of a Christian first, then what the mark of a Christian is

This morning I want to talk about marks. Most of us are familiar with marks. When you mark something, you want to identify it. For instance, people that cut down trees will mark which ones stay, and which ones get cut down. Auto parts stores will mark the parts they sell that have lifetime ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:17-29, Romans 2:1-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Divine Impartiality Considered. Series

Contributed by Fredric Lozo on Oct 5, 2004

This Sermon (#6) is from the Rev. Andrew Lee’s SERMONS published in 1803 by Isaiah Thomas,Jr. at Lisbon, Connecticut.

INTRODUCTION: The entire book Andrew’s Lee’s Sermons is available free at Project Gutenberg as e-Text #15031. SERMON VI. Divine Impartiality Considered. Romans ii,11. "For there is no respect of persons with God." THE divine impartiality is often asserted in the holy scriptures; and the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hypocrisy

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 19, 2004

It seems that this passage describes God’s indictment of all hypocrites, regardless of race or religion, culture or creed. Both Jews and Gentiles are included in this discussion, but the Gentile often appears in a better light than the Jew.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Despite the mind-numbing brutality of the Joseph Stalin regime in the Soviet Union, his propaganda machine did its job well. Many Russians hailed him as a hero and a savior, including a young school girl who was chosen on one occasion to greet Stalin. Years later, this ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Values

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 19, 2004

?” He goes on to say that they teach against stealing, committing adultery and having idols but they are guilty of doing these things of which they are telling others not to do.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Tony Campolo says that his wife is a brilliant woman. She has a PhD degree and is capable of pursuing a very profitable career. But she elected to stay home with her children when they were young. Her decision didn’t bother her at all except when other women would ask, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:17-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Conscience Of Man And The Word Of God

Contributed by George Rennau on Apr 26, 2003

What brings a person to the place where they willfully do what they know is wrong?

TITLE: The Conscience of man and the Word of God (4/25/99) I. Introduction Have you seen the Sunglasses and seminars commercial – this fellow is supposed to be attending seminars for his work, but decides to spend time in the sun. Only problem is – He falls asleep at the beach and gets really ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus On Current Events Series

Contributed by Jim Luthy on Apr 28, 2003

Jesus pleads to give you a second chance. He wants permission to dig up your roots and fertilize the soil of your heart. Are you willing?

Jesus on Current Events, Tragedies, and Evil Dictators Luke 13:1-9 Pastor Jim Luthy Did you hear about the Marine who declared he is a conscientious objector to the war in Iraq and went AWOL? He went to a press conference and said he did not believe in “peace through violence” and went on to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9, Romans 2:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Will Settle All Issues

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jul 28, 2003

We live in a cursed world. Too often, the bad guy gets away. But in God’s judgment, all acts will be brought to light. A just reward will be given. Vengeance belongs to the Lord and He will settle all issues in eternity.

GOD WILL SETTLE ALL ISSUES SCRIPTURE: Psalm 58:10 “The righteous shall rejoice when he seeth the vengeance: he shall wash his feet in the blood of the wicked. 58:11 So that a man shall say, Verily there is a reward for the righteous: verily he is a God that judgeth in the earth.” Romans 2:16 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 58:10-11, Romans 2:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Collection We Can Do Without Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 12, 2004

Before we can appreciate the good news of the forgiveness of sin through repentance toward God and faith in our Lord Jesus Christ, we must face the bad news that we are, by nature, lost sinners.

A Collection We Can Do Without (Romans 2:1-11) 1. Sometimes the line between right and wrong is blurry; take this story: SAN JOSE, Calif. (Reuters) All Tamar Sherman wanted to do was pet a dog and give it some water. Sherman’s act left her with a criminal record. A few months ago, Sherman was ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

By Law Or By Grace

Contributed by Richard White on Apr 30, 2004

Do we have a form of religion or a real relationship.

By Law or By Grace Romans 2:17-29 The Jews were very strict in keeping their rituals and ceremonies. They had a form of religiosity, but lacked faith in God. They were faithful to their teachings but not forgiven of their sins, they were religious but lost. We know many like that today, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:17-29, Matthew 15:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ