AProblemYouCan’tSolveYourself.pptVIP

A Problem You Can’t Solve Yourself December 1 Admit it … Tell us about a time when you got lost – driving, walking, hiking, sailing, etc. How long did it take for you to realize you were lost? Paul writes to the Roman church about his concern and burden for the spiritually lost. His concern Gods provision The need of all men – whether godless or religious Listen for good news found in this passage. Romans 1:16-17 (NIV) I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes: first for the Jew, then for the Gentile. [17] For in the gospel a righteousness from God is revealed, a righteousness that is by faith from first to last, just as it is written: The righteous will live by faith. The Gospel Reveals God’s Righteousness What good news did you hear about in these verses? What does the word “righteous” mean? What do you think Paul meant when he said, “The righteous shall live by faith”? In high school and college (and even afterwards) you are proud to wear your school colors and clothing with your school’s logo … why? The Gospel Reveals God’s Righteousness Why are some people not that proud and dedicated in the cause of sharing the gospel message? What kinds of opposition did Paul experience in sharing the gospel? How did Paul (and how should we) respond to opposition to the Gospel? Listen for characteristics of two classes of people. Romans 2:5-11 (NIV) But because of your stubbornness and your unrepentant heart, you are storing up wrath against yourself for the day of Gods wrath, when his righteous judgment will be revealed. [6] God will give to each person according to what he has done. [7] To those who by persistence in doing good seek glory, honor and immortality, he will give eternal life. Listen for characteristics of two classes of people. [8] But for those who are self-seeking and who reject the truth and follow evil, there will be wrath and anger. [9] There will be trouble and distress for every hu