The sermon "Jesus and the Sinner" by James Smith addresses the central theological topic of Christ's ongoing relationship with sinners, emphasizing His grace and active roles in their salvation. Smith argues that Jesus calls, receives, cleanses, and nourishes sinners freely, demonstrating His unconditional love, and initiating their sanctification. He draws upon Romans 3 and Romans 5, highlighting that all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God (Romans 3:23) and that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us (Romans 5:8), thus validating the necessity of looking solely to Christ rather than to oneself for assurance. The significance of this sermon lies in its focus on the transformative effects of Christ's work in the lives of believers, encouraging them to not only receive His grace but to live lives evidencing that grace through faithful witness and obedience.
“Come, just as you are. Come, this moment. Come, for all that you need.”
“He receives the sinner graciously, pardoning every sin, forgiving and forgetting all that he has done amiss.”
“In the fountain of His precious blood and in the lava of His holy Word, He cleanses him from guilt and pollution.”
“O wondrous grace of a wondrous Saviour! Believer, this precious Saviour is yours.”
The Bible reveals that Jesus invites sinners to come to Him freely for salvation, emphasizing His grace and willingness to receive them.
Matthew 11:28
Jesus cleanses our sins through His precious blood, which purifies us from guilt and makes us fit for service.
Hebrews 9:22
Assurance of salvation brings peace and joy, dispelling doubts and fears in the life of a believer.
Romans 5:1
Jesus restores sinners by seeking them when they stray and renewing their relationship with Him.
Luke 15:4
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