First Sunday, February 2026

Summary

The sermon explores the Apostle Paul's teachings in Romans chapters 2 and 3, emphasizing the distinction between outward Jewish identity and inward spiritual righteousness. It highlights that both Jews and Gentiles are sinners in need of salvation, which is only possible through faith in Jesus Christ and His sacrificial blood. The law reveals sin but cannot justify; justification comes solely by faith in Christ, who satisfied God's wrath as the perfect propitiation. The message calls believers to rejoice in this grace and live in unity, recognizing the fulfillment of the law through Christ.