The sermon titled "Storm Warning #165" presents a compelling evangelistic message centered around the doctrine of salvation by grace through faith in Christ Jesus. The preachers emphasize the perfect atonement, righteousness, imputation, and liberty provided by the finished work of Jesus on the cross. Key scriptural references include Isaiah 40:1-2, demonstrating God's comfort to His people, Galatians 3:13-14, highlighting Christ's redemptive work, and Romans 8:1, asserting the believer's liberation from condemnation. The sermon underscores the necessity for all individuals to seek salvation in Christ, who is portrayed as the only true source of hope and comfort in tumultuous times, reinforcing the Reformed emphasis on total depravity, unconditional election, and the sufficiency of Christ's work.
Key Quotes
“Almighty God, in his unmerited favor, to save me and you from our sins and from hell, for gospel truths.”
“The Lord Jesus Christ took our sins upon himself, paid for them, completely satisfying the just demands of God's holy law and forever put them away.”
“Where there is no debt, there is no liability. Where there is no sin, there is no curse. Where there is no guilt, there is no fear.”
“Today is the day of salvation. Call upon the name of the Lord Jesus Christ while he may be found and seek him while he is near.”
The Bible teaches that Christ's atonement was perfect and completely satisfied God's justice.
The atonement of Christ is a central doctrine in Scripture, emphasizing that He took upon Himself the sins of His people and paid the penalty required by God's holy law. As stated in Galatians 3:13-14, 'Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us.' This perfect atonement is further affirmed in Daniel 9:24, where the Messiah is prophesied to finish the transgression and make reconciliation for iniquity. Through His sacrifice, believers are assured that their sins are fully forgiven, which provides immense comfort and assurance of salvation.
Galatians 3:13-14, Daniel 9:24
Scripture asserts that righteousness is granted through faith in Jesus Christ, not by our works.
The doctrine of righteousness by faith is foundational to the Christian faith, as articulated in Romans 3:22-24, which states, 'Even the righteousness of God, which is by faith of Jesus Christ unto all and upon all them that believe.' This righteousness is imputed to believers, meaning it is credited to them based on their trust in Christ's finished work, not their adherence to the law. Galatians 3:10 reminds us that no one can be justified by the law, underscoring the necessity of faith in Christ for salvation and righteousness.
Romans 3:22-24, Galatians 3:10
Grace is vital for Christians as it provides salvation and assurance free from works.
Grace is the unmerited favor of God bestowed upon sinners, which allows them to be saved from their sins and the consequent condemnation. Ephesians 2:8-9 states, 'For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.' This emphasizes that salvation is solely a result of God's grace. Understanding grace leads to deep humility and gratitude among believers, as it reassures them that their relationship with God is based on His mercy and not their performances.
Ephesians 2:8-9
To be justified by faith means to be declared righteous before God based on faith in Christ.
Justification by faith is a core doctrine that highlights how believers are made right with God. Romans 5:1 states, 'Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.' This means that upon believing in Christ, sinners are not only forgiven but also declared righteous in the eyes of God, having the righteousness of Christ imputed to them. This doctrine emphasizes the sufficiency of Christ's work, reassuring believers that their standing before God is secure and not reliant on their own actions. It liberates them from the burden of trying to earn salvation through works.
Romans 5:1
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