Who Will Deliver Me?

  •   Sep 24, 2023   •     •   Romans 7:13–25

In Romans 5–8, Paul describes the Christian life. Prior to salvation, we were “in Adam” but now, reconciled to God, we are “in Christ.” The Christian is alive in Christ, … Continue reading

When Christians Sing

  •   Sep 10, 2023   •     •   Colossians 3:1–17

When Christians sing God’s Word with the congregation, God is praised. It is, therefore, simply unthinkable to be an un-singing Christian. We sing because we are made in God’s image, … Continue reading

When Jesus Shows Up

  •   Sep 03, 2023   •     •   Matthew 18:1–20

King Jesus is with his people in a special way when they are gathered as his church to do his royal business of corporate worship. “Corporate worship” is what takes … Continue reading

Is the Law Good?

  •   Aug 20, 2023   •     •   Romans 7:7–12

After arguing that grace produces holiness while the law arouses sinful passions (Rom. 7:1–6), Paul now clarifies the law is good. Sin, not the law, is the problem. The law … Continue reading

To Whom Do I Belong?

  •   Aug 13, 2023   •     •   Romans 7:1–6

In this paragraph, Paul continues an argument he began in chapter 6. He debunks the notion that Christianity is a license to sin. Nothing could be further from the truth. … Continue reading

Despair

  •   Jul 23, 2023   •     •   Psalm 102

Sadly, we’ve seen an uptick in “despair” in recent years. Many of our neighbors (and some of our own) are walking through life burdened by depression and anxiety. Some individuals … Continue reading

Deliverance

  •   Jul 02, 2023   •     •   Psalm 54

David is running from Saul, who has become his ruthless enemy. Betrayed by kinsmen who should have protected him, David is forced to hide in the mountains. David, a great … Continue reading

Justice

  •   Jun 11, 2023   •     •   Psalm 35

David endured over ten years of injustice at the hands of Saul. David could have exacted justice himself, but Psalm 35 demonstrates that he relied on God to execute perfect … Continue reading

“Can I Be Free of Sin?”

  •   May 28, 2023   •     •   Romans 6:15–23

Every true believer wants to sin less. Even though we often face the temptation to abuse grace, we are eager to wage war against our sin because the gospel has … Continue reading

“Can’t I Sin a Little?”

  •   May 21, 2023   •     •   Romans 6:1–14

We all know what it is like to presume upon God’s grace. In a moment of weakness, because of the indwelling sin that still lingers in our hearts, we step … Continue reading