Merge - Romans 11



How do Christians relate to the covenants of Scripture, and what difference does that make for how we read the Old Testament? Surveying the Noahic and Mosaic Covenants, we see God's unwavering faithfulness to His promises and learn how to draw timeless, transforming principles from every part of His Word.

What must a person do in order to be saved? In this first Sola Scriptura case study, we define and defend two pillars of the Reformation. From 2 Timothy 3:16-17, we see the safe: Scripture is our only ultimate authority for faith and practice, able to perfect the Christian. From Ephesians 2:8-10, we see the jewel it protects: justification by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone, apart from works — and how to lovingly help those trapped in teachings that add works to the Gospel.

What should Christians feel when they study the end times? Touring through Revelation, we see that the book is the revelation of Jesus Christ — and the glorious end to come is the spring of hope for the believer through every trial.

Having seen the Lord's holiness and received His atoning grace, Isaiah answers the call: "Here I am! Send me." From Isaiah 6:8-9, we see that atonement empowers us to live near the holy God — numbering our days with eager hope, drawing near to His throne with reverent confidence, living as His children and heirs, beholding His glory in the Word, reflecting His holiness in our conduct, and going on mission with the authority and presence of the King.