Rock Harbor Christian Fellowship
How can we study the book of Romans and make it practical? Find out this morning!
Big Idea: In everything you do, do it for the glory of God and the building up of His people.
I. Driven By a Heart for Jesus (vv. 14-21)
Romans 15:14-21 ESV
A. Paul has a profound appreciation of God’s grace toward him, and this drives him to a love for Jesus and His Gospel. When we truly understand God’s grace as revealed in Messiah Jesus, it changes our life and outlook on everything.
B. Paul is driven by a heart for Jesus:
1. In his ministry to the Gentiles (vv. 14-16).
2. In the Spirit’s work in and through him (vv. 17-19; cf. 1 Cor. 2:1-5).
1 Corinthians 2:1-5 ESV
3. In his zeal for the proclamation of the Gospel (vv. 20-21).
II. Driven By a Vision from Jesus (vv. 22-29)
Romans 15:22-29 ESV
A. Paul’s heart for Jesus is also informed by a clear vision from Jesus to preach the Good News and plant churches in unreached territory. This vision inspires Paul to completely trust God for His provision, protection, and power (cf. 2 Cor. 1:8-11).
2 Corinthians 1:8-11 ESV
B. In Paul’s vision from Jesus, we see:
1. A willingness to dream big (vv. 22-24; cf. Jer. 32:17) – We serve an Almighty God!
Jeremiah 32:17 ESV
2. A willingness to give big (vv. 25-27) – A generous church promotes unity.
3. A willingness to trust big (vv. 28-29) – Paul’s steadfast confidence is in Christ and His blessings.
III. Driven to Prayer (vv. 30-33)
Romans 15:30-33 ESV
A. Paul clearly believed in the power, necessity, and effectiveness of prayer as he regularly sought it (see. Eph. 6:18-19; Col. 4:2-4; 1 Thes. 5:25; 2 Thes. 3:1-2, et al.).
B. Paul seeks prayer for:
1. God’s protection
2. God’s blessing in his ministry efforts.
C. What is your passion? In whatever we do, let it be done for the glory of God and the building up of His people.