In Paul Mahan's sermon titled "God's Good Work In Us," the primary theological topic is the divine work of faith within the believer, as articulated in Philippians 1:6, which emphasizes God's sovereignty in salvation. Mahan argues that faith is not a human endeavor but a miraculous gift from God, underscoring that it is God who initiates and sustains the believer's faith until the return of Christ. He references Scripture such as Romans 5:1 and Hebrews 11 to illustrate that faith is entirely dependent on God's grace and power, with the believer's assurance rooted in Christ's finished work on Calvary. The practical significance lies in the assurance it provides believers; if God has begun this good work of faith, He will faithfully complete it, encouraging believers to examine their faith and rejoice in their salvation.
“Faith is not something we do, it's something God has done in us.”
“If God has done this for you, He'll finish it.”
“This work of faith is God's work according to the working of His mighty power.”
“God has performed this work for me. It's His performance, salvation.”
The Bible teaches that God is faithful to complete the good work He has begun in His people (Philippians 1:6).
Philippians 1:6
Faith is a gift from God, not an act of human will (Ephesians 2:8-9).
Ephesians 2:8-9
Examining our faith is crucial to ensure that Christ is truly in us (2 Corinthians 13:5).
2 Corinthians 13:5
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