Randy McCarthy

In this sermon, Randy examines the first chapter of Romans with a focus upon the revelation of God. Paul shows that there are certain things that all humans know about God, because He has revealed these things to them externally through the natural universe and internally by their conscience and sense of right and wrong. Through this natural revelation God shows both His power and authority; all of us ultimately know deep-down that there is a God, He is the Creator and Judge, and we are morally accountable to him. Paul also shows that all of us, in our Adamic nature, naturally suppress this knowledge, hate God and rightfully stand condemned by God. The special revelation of God, however, which is the Gospel of His Dear Son, reveals the righteousness of God by extending His mercy and love upon His covenant people, both Jews and Gentiles. The Gospel is the declaration of God received through faith by those who have been regenerated by His Spirit.  We now have peace with God and stand before Him in a justified state based solely on the finished work of Jesus Christ.

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