đź’ Consider this: In what subtle or everyday ways might fear of rejection, ridicule, or discomfort cause you to be “ashamed” of the gospel? How does remembering its true power challenge that fear and shape your witness?
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- Have there been moments when fear of rejection, ridicule, or discomfort caused you to withhold the truth of the gospel?
- What does being “ashamed” of the gospel look like in subtle, everyday ways rather than outright denial?
- How does remembering the power of the gospel help strengthen boldness in witness?
- If someone examined your life closely, would they see evidence that you truly believe the gospel has power?
- Why is it difficult for the human heart to accept that salvation is by faith alone?
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📣 Why does the Reformation still matter today? 🤔
On 31 October 1517, Martin Luther nailed his 95 Theses to the church door — not to start a movement, but to defend the truth of the gospel.
In this sermon, we revisit the roots of the Protestant faith through Romans 1:16–17, exploring how the gospel of Christ is the power of God unto salvation, why salvation is by faith alone, and how the righteousness of God is revealed — not earned.
Remembering the Reformation is meaningless unless we continue to live by faith, boldly and without shame. This message unfolds the transforming power of the gospel of Jesus Christ, calling us back to the heart of biblical Christianity. Join us as we examine what it truly means to believe, why the gospel must never be compromised, and whether our lives bear evidence of genuine faith.
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📍 Sermon Outline 00:00 Trailer 01:22 Introduction 07:04 I. IT IS THE POWER OF GOD THAT SAVES 10:53 Misrepresentation of the gospel 16:08 The power of the gospel 20:31 Without the gospel, we are powerless 26:26 II. IT OPERATES THROUGH FAITH 27:55 Salvation is open to anyone 31:34 III. IT REVEALS THE RIGHTEOUSNESS OF GOD 36:48 God’s unattainable standard 40:16 Conclusion 47:29 Reflection questions
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