Fourth Sunday in May, 2023

Summary

The sermon focuses on the power and purpose of the gospel of Jesus Christ, emphasizing that it is not ashamed to be preached and is the power of God unto salvation for those who believe. It highlights that the gospel reveals the righteousness of God and helps believers mature in faith, distinguishing what the gospel does and does not do. The preacher explains that the gospel is effective only for those born of the Spirit and underscores the importance of understanding the righteousness and wrath of God as revealed in scripture. Key passages from Romans and Ephesians are used to illustrate these points.