Romans 8:18 - Living Backwards

Pastor Mark teaches that we are called to live in light of God’s future promises.
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Sermon Notes:

Main Point:
We are called to live in light of God’s future promises, which should shape how we approach life today—offering hope, endurance, and a Christ-centered perspective.

1. Eternal Consequences of Our Choices (Matthew 16:25-26):
Jesus reminds us that every decision we make has eternal consequences. We must assess whether we are trying to save our lives by our own means or losing them for Christ's sake, trusting Him to give us our true selves. The call is to abandon our futile self-saving efforts and find life in Christ, who gives us a new identity and eternal purpose.

2. Deliverance from God’s Wrath (1 Thessalonians 1:10):
Paul highlights that Jesus delivers us from the coming wrath of God. This underscores the core of the gospel: Christ's death saves us from judgment, not merely offering temporary benefits like peace or purpose, but rescuing us from the wrath that our sins deserve. This truth should drive us to live in gratitude and offer the message of salvation to others.

3. Perspective on Suffering (Romans 8:18):
Paul offers hope by assuring us that the sufferings we face now are incomparable to the glory awaiting us. This future perspective gives us reason to endure, knowing that no trial can diminish the eternal joy and glory that God has prepared for us in Christ. Our present hardships are fleeting compared to the everlasting joy to come.

4. Trust in God’s Justice (Romans 12:19-21):
Paul teaches that we should not seek revenge, but leave justice to God. Knowing that God will bring perfect justice allows us to respond to wrongdoing with kindness, reflecting God's grace and offering opportunities for repentance. This calls us to overcome evil with good, just as Christ did.

5. Christ is the Only Worthy King (Revelation 5:9-10):
Jesus, the Lamb who was slain, is the only one worthy to bring about the new creation, to judge sin, and to rule with righteousness. In a world consumed with political kingdoms and fleeting powers, we must remember that only Christ’s kingdom is eternal. This truth frees us from the idolatry of human kingdoms and calls us to worship and hope in Him alone.

Concluding Thoughts:
Our future in Christ gives us hope, endurance, and perspective on how to live today. We are freed from self-preoccupation, from anger, and from fear because we know that Christ is the one who will establish true justice and eternal glory. We are called to live in light of this reality, trusting in His sufficiency and sharing this message of hope with the world around us.

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