Doug’s Coffee Break

In this episode, we dive into Romans 10, where Paul addresses Israel's response to the gospel. He highlights that while God's offer of righteousness by faith is open to everyone, not all have accepted it, especially many among the Israelites. Paul explains that faith comes from hearing the message of Christ and argues that Israel had ample opportunities to respond through both creation and Scripture.

In today's episode, Paul explores the vital role of sharing the gospel. We discuss how belief in Christ leads to salvation, but this belief comes from hearing the message, which requires someone to preach. Paul quotes Isaiah to show the beauty and importance of those who bring the good news.

In this episode, we explore Romans 10 and Paul's powerful message on faith and salvation. We break down the importance of confessing Jesus as Lord, believing in His resurrection, and how these acts together lead to salvation. Paul’s use of Old Testament scriptures highlights God’s impartial offer of grace to everyone who calls on Him.

In this episode, we explore Paul's teaching on righteousness by faith in Romans 10. We discuss how Paul contrasts the unattainable righteousness by works with the accessible righteousness through faith in Christ. Drawing from Moses' words in Leviticus and Deuteronomy, Paul shows that the message of faith has always been near—fulfilled through Christ's incarnation and resurrection, making salvation available to all who believe.

In this episode, we explore Paul's heartfelt explanation of why Israel stumbled in their pursuit of righteousness. Despite their zeal for God, the Israelites sought to establish their own righteousness through works instead of accepting the righteousness God offers through faith in Christ. Paul emphasizes that Jesus is the fulfillment of the Law, providing the righteousness the Law couldn’t achieve. We dive into the significance of this and how Christ's role as the "end of the Law" changes everything for those who believe.

In this episode, we explore Paul's reflection on why Gentiles found righteousness through faith while Israel, seeking it through the Law, failed to attain it. Paul explains that the Israelites pursued righteousness by works, missing the need for faith, and ultimately stumbled over Jesus, the "stumbling Stone." Through quotes from Isaiah, Paul shows how this rejection was anticipated, highlighting the difference between those who reject Christ and those who find salvation through faith.

In this episode, we discuss how Paul uses Old Testament prophecy to highlight God's consistent preservation of a faithful remnant within Israel, even during times of judgment. From historical events like the Babylonian Exile to the destruction of Jerusalem, and looking ahead to the end-times, Paul shows that God's sovereign choice always includes a Jewish remnant. Today, Jewish believers in Christ represent this "remnant chosen by grace," demonstrating God's ongoing faithfulness to His people throughout history and into the future.

In this episode, we explore Paul's powerful analogy of God as the potter and how it illustrates His sovereign purpose for both "vessels of wrath" and "vessels of mercy." Paul explains God's patience with people and His grace toward those for salvation. Drawing on the prophet Hosea, Paul shows how Gentiles, once not God's people, are now included in His plan through Christ.

In this episode, we dive into Paul's bold response to questions about God's sovereignty. If God is in control, how can humans be held responsible? Using powerful Old Testament imagery, Paul draws on the analogy of a potter and clay to explain why the Creator’s authority is unquestionable.
 

In this episode, we explore Paul’s response to the question of God's justice in choosing Isaac, Jacob, and even hardening Pharaoh’s heart. Using Scripture, Paul emphasizes that God's sovereign choices are based on His will, not human effort or merit. We’ll dive into how God’s mercy and judgment work together, and why Pharaoh's story showcases both God’s power and human responsibility.