Studies
Different types of Bible studies
Looking for Heros
July 11th, 2000We are all looking for heros:
- Jesus was and is our example
- People in the church are our hero
Romans 1:1-17
- About 50-60 AD
- Reasons:
- Wanted to see their faith.
- It was reported everywhere.
- To encourage them
- He wanted to reap a harvest.
- Paul was who he was because of Gods grace.
- We persecute the church if we live in sin.
- "Righteous will live by faith."
- What does he mean by righteous?
- Does not mean you are part of a church
- Does not mean you are doing religious things
Matthew 7:21-23
- You can be religious and not be in a right relationship with God
- Many will say this because:
- They were not taught correctly
- Believe the wrong things.
- Did not obey what they knew
Matthew 15:1-14
- You can appear to be religious and not not be right in God's sight.
Acts 19:13-16
- Can be spiritual and not be righteous.
- "Who are you?"
- Membership in a church doesn't mean salvation.
Matthew 10:26-31
- What heart and attitude should you have?
- Comes from a fear of God.
- Knowledge of Judgement
- Fear saves us!
- Taxes
- Getting traffic tickets.
The heart God is looking for...