Romans 9:6-33. In this episode, Tim, Matt, Ed and Alex tackle the big questions: Is God fair? If God is completely sovereign or in control, then do humans really have free will? Does God choose us as His elect even before we are born? And conversely, does condemn the reprobate even before they are born? Said another way, does God predestine some for salvation and others for damnation? Oh and just for good measure, we throw in a bit of Molinism and middle knowledge.
When In Romans 9:1-5. Alex Hernandez joins Tim, Matt, and Ed as they discuss Paul’s deep compassion for his fellow Jews. They also recognize Paul’s use of the appositional phrase, “who is God,” to describe Jesus.
When In Romans 8:18-39. Despite suffering, groaning of all creation, Christians will prove to be more than capable to overcome, in fact, Christians will be Hyper Conquerors, turning adversity into refining for conforming to Christ. We also discuss what heaven will be like plus we consider the doctrine of one saved always saved.
When In Romans 8:12-17. Christians are in a reciprocity cycle with the gifts of the Holy Spirit, not with the flesh. And through the Spirit we can put to death the deeds of the body. Here’s a deeper look into Spirit led sanctification.
When In Romans 8:1-11. It’s time to marvel at the work of the Holy Spirit!
When In Romans Chapter 7:13-25. We tackle the controversial passage of Paul's recount of frustration at resisting sin. Is this autobiographical? Is it Paul as a non-Christian, a mature Christian, or a carnal Christian? Romans 7:13-25
Romans 7:1-12 Deep dive discussion on the Law, covenants, and the increase of sin through the Law.
When In Romans Chapter 6. We tackle some great biblical debates on baptism, mortification of sin, righteousness, and new life in Christ.
When In Romans Chapter 5
After a sermon on Romans 5:12-21, Ed discusses with Tim and Matt the significance of Jesus as the new Adam. Plus they discuss original sin, the federal theory of Adam's sin and reciprocity of Grace.
Romans 4:1-25
Another great discussion on Justification by faith, grace, reciprocity, and works of the Law by Tim, Matt and Ed
A theological nerd fest deep dive into Romans 3, considering total depravity, justification, and the reciprocity of Grace
Tim Rees preaches an expository sermon on Romans 2:12-29, recognizing Paul’s focus on Jewish Christians who are tempted by pride and hypocrisy.
Tim Rees and Ed Anton discuss Tim’s sermon on Romans 2:12-29 with a special consideration for what he left out. Here’s their chance to survey the cutting room floor and explore the brilliance of Romans 2 in greater detail. Matt Barbero joins Tim and Ed this week as they look deeper into whether pagans without the law can be saved, the applicability of passages to Jewish Christians to our world today, and the pitfalls of majoring in the outward trappings of religion.
In the same way Jesus turns his attention from the younger son’s prodigal sin to the elder son’s self righteousness, Paul now turns from the debauchery of Romans 1 to the self-righteousness of Romans 2. Tim and Ed discuss the Tony Millet’s sermon on Romans 2:1-11while expanding thoughts on self righteousness, God’s judgment, God’s kindness and repentance. We even trip over a chiasm for good measure.
You can find the video of this Riff as well as Tony’s sermon https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGUjVRh9p61wdEIlmrJ6owuiSeZE3Fm4a
Tim Rees and Ed Anton discuss with Alex Hernandez his sermon on Romans 1:18-32 with a special consideration for what they left out. Here’s their chance to survey the cutting room floor of their respective studies and explore the brilliance of Romans 1 in greater detail. They discuss Truth, Sin, and God’s sovereignty.
Ed introduces the Letter of Romans to the Hampton Roads Church as he engages in an expository sermon of Romans 1:1-17 with special consideration of Paul’s use of the Gospel to produce an Undivided and Unashamed Fellowship of Justified, Honored Believers.
Tim introduces the Letter of Romans to the Hampton Roads Church as he engages in an expository sermon of Romans 1:1-17 with special consideration of the Gospel and its effect on believers.
Ed and Deb Anton discuss “hearing the other end of the phone call” as one actively reads the book of Romans. Some cultural and historical background helps us to discern why Paul wrote the letter, thus helping us appreciate the power of the letter and its application for us today as well.