Wed, 22 February 2017
Focus: As we are refined, over and over, we find that we never can produce our own righteousness, nor can we earn or influence the righteousness God freely gives. Righteousness comes by grace alone (Sola Gratia) through faith in Christ Jesus. It is not at all about us. There is nothing left for us to boast about unless it is God’s gift to all. Dear God, melt away my pride, my self-reliance, my ego, and fill me up with your glory. Main Text: Romans 3:21-31 |
Wed, 15 February 2017
Focus: No matter who you are, you’re no better off than anyone else. No one is pure, no, not one. We are all in the same boat. Everyone needs Jesus’ righteousness, and the rest needs to be melted away. Dear God, show me my arrogance, where I look past or over other people, and replace it with your humility.” Main Text: Romans 3:9-20 |
Fri, 10 February 2017
Focus: As we are Refined, impurities separate and can be removed from our lives. We rationalize our behavior all the time. “It’s unreasonable to expect...” “The church leaders don’t even do that.” “My neighbors would think I’m a weirdo.” “They got to see grace, so the good must outweigh the bad.” Dear God, help me to stop making excuses, show me where I have ignored your Word, or rationalized my actions.Main Text: Romans 3:1-8 |
Tue, 31 January 2017
Focus: We might talk a good game, maybe even put on a good show from time to time, but it’s only gold plating. We might even convince ourselves, but other people can probably still see through, and more importantly, we can’t measure up. Dear God, help me to stop the act. I need a heart change. Main Text: Romans 2:17-29 |