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Romans 1- No Excuse

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For the invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even his eternal power and Godhead; so that they are without excuse: Because that, when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neither were thankful; but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkened. Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools, Romans 1:20-22

The Word of God says “A fool says in their heart, there is no God” (Psalms 14:1) Many people today believe there is an easy escape from the wrath of God, to just pretend God doesn’t exist at all. They believe if they create crafty arguments to refute the existence of God, this will make them exempt of their sins. But don’t be deceived, God will not be mocked, what you reap is what you will sow (Galatians 6:7)

The Apostle Paul under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, the evidence of God’s existence is clearly seen in Creation, therefore we are without excuse on judgement day. The human idea that we can trick or persuade God in believing we didn’t know He existed is blasphemy. God knows the intelligent design of His creation reveals the Creator. All the Bible says “The Heavens declare the glory of God and the firmament shows his handiwork” (Psalm 19:1)

One thing I would like to point out is that in the KJV translation, we see the reference to the “Godhead” this is a reference to the Triune God,  I find it interesting that “newer” English translations take out the reference to the Trinity. Among other scripture, because The Father, Son, and Holy Spirit were all part of Creation as they stated “Let Us Make Man in Our Image” (Genesis 1:27) So the Atheist who is made in the image of God, rejects and blasphemes his Father and Creator, we will be held without excuse on judgement day, as every knee will bow to The Lord Jesus Christ (Philippians 2)

Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools, this sums up the state of humanity. Ever since the garden of Eden, when man tried to be like God, to the tower of Babel, where man tried to reign like God, to today where man tries to eliminate God, we have become fools. Many in their depravity, deny the basics of common sense, that nothing can’t create anything. Yet the minds of the world, push this agenda to the masses, the scientific impossibility that nothing could become or create anything, this defies all science and common sense. This is why God considers these people fools, they are not being honest, because they love their sin more than they love God

Their foolish hearts have become darkened, and this describes the state of the world. The only way they can be enlightened is through Christ, they must become Born Again otherwise they will perish in their state of depravity, Amen

Romans 1- Wrath of God

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For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who hold the truth in unrighteousness; Because that which may be known of God is manifest in them; for God hath shewed it unto them.  Romans 1:18-19

Most people today want to just focus on the “Love of God” this is obviously everyones favorite attribute of God, if God didn’t love the world, He wouldn’t have given us His Only Begotten Son Jesus Christ for salvation (John 3:16) He wouldn’t have created us in His image (Genesis 1:27) Gods love, grace, and mercy is beyond our human comprehension, where God demonstrated his love on the cross, even though we were still sinners Christ died for us (Romans 5:8)

However we need to understand God is Holy (1 Samuel 2:2) God Hates Sin (Proverbs 6:16, Psalms 5:4) Therefor God can’t be in the presence of sin, since we all have fallen short and sinned (Romans 3:23) We because of our sin have been separated from God. But Christ on the cross, paying the penalty for our sins, has reconciled us back to the Father (2 Corinthians 5:18-19) So understanding all of this, we need to understand just as God is Love (1 John 4:8) God is also Just (Deuteronomy 32:4) Therefor the Wrath of God will fall upon all repented people because of the wages of your sin (Romans 6:23)

So the problem with most people is even though they know God is Love, they don’t really Love God. If they truly loved God, they would repent of their sin and believe the gospel message of Jesus Christ (Mark 1:15) But most, as the Apostle Paul reveals, they love the creature rather than the Creator. They love their sin more than they love God. And the apostate “Churches” are teaching today to remain dead in your sins, which ultimately rejects the love and sacrifice of Christ. “For if we willfully and deliberately continue to live in sin , after we have received the knowledge of truth, there remains no more sacrifice for us” (Hebrews 10:26)

As the Apostle Paul revels later in the epistle, “The wages is death” (Romans 6:23) The wrath of God will fall upon those who continue to reject the Holy Spirit and live in the flesh, which is an enmity against God. Notice Paul says “They suppress the truth in unrighteousness or their wickedness” They know they are living in sin, yet they love their sin more than they love God. Therefor they will eventually be given over to their lusts and be destroyed just as the fallen angels. 

Scripture also reveals “God has made it plain or manifest to them” they know they are sinning against God, but believe God will turn his eyes from their sin. Don’t be deceived God will not be mocked, what we reap is what we sow (Galatians 6:7) Amen

Romans 1- Unashamed of Jesus

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For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek. For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, The just shall live by faith. Romans 1:16-17

As I reflect upon our scripture this morning, it brings me back to when I began this ministry. Some of you might know, this year is the 10th anniversary of my ministry, and this scripture (Romans 1:16) was the inspiration of naming my ministry Unashamed of Jesus. As I look through the past decade, I don’t think I ever realized how difficult it would be to preach the gospel and be a faithful servant of Christ. I’ve been called probably every name in the book, cursed at and mocked by many across the globe, my faith has been continually challenged by atheists, muslims, and false christians. But the Holy Spirit has never let me stray, I’ve always have been unashamed and unapologetic of the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ

Now I don’t want you to think I’m being dramatic, my persecution has been nothing compared to the Apostles and Prophets that went before us, however you need to understand when you give your life to Christ, the world will come after you. One thing I continually try to emphasize to new Christians, is this is going to be a tough walk. As Jesus said “They will hate you because of me” (Matthew 10:22) This is obviously not a popular message, and many walk away after I preach these messages, but I feel its necessary to prepare Christias to “count the cost of being a disciple of Christ” (Luke 14:28) As Jesus said “If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow Me.” (Matthew 16:24

Through this, God has prepared me to become the Pastor/Preacher I am today, its because my faith has been challenged, that I’ve grown spiritually strong enough to rebuke even some of the most clever demons. Once people, especially demons find out your a Pastor or Preacher, they will come after you. They know if they can take out the Shepherd, the flock will scatter. How many times have we seen this? A Pastor is removed from a Church, and alot of times that Church ends up closing, why? Because the flock is scattered, and Satan is a roaring lion looking to devour you (1 Peter 5:8)

The intro of John Macarthers channel “Grace To You” always begins with Macarther saying “Why are we so ashamed of the gospel”? And I take this to heart, because most Pastors/Preachers are afraid to just preach the gospel of Jesus Christ. There are many false converts today in Christianity because many Pastors are preaching a false gospel. It’s essential among anything, to preach the true gospel of Christ, that we are sinners and Christ died for our sins, rose again on the 3rd day defeating sin and death, and we must repent and put our faith in Christ alone for salvation.

So my question as I wrap this up, are you ashamed of your Lord Jesus Christ? And are you ashamed to preach the real gospel of Jesus Christ? I’ll end with the words of our Lord “For whoever is ashamed of Me and My words, of him the Son of Man will be ashamed when He comes in His own glory, and in His Father’s, and of the holy angels.” (Luke 9:26)