A constant problem for the reputation of the church is the presence of persons who claim to be believers but deny the faith with their lives. This problem is not new. In fact, in John 8:30-59, Jesus had an extended argument with some who had believed in him but ended up wanting to kill him. Their lives showed that God was not their father, no matter what they said. Ever since then, there have been many so-called Christians who follow their own wills rather than Jesus' words. Let's make sure we are not among their number. (sermon notes)
Paul praised God the Father for choosing us and predestining us to be his children.
To be ready for Jesus’ coming, we need to be doing what he has already told us to do.
Although God gave humanity up to our sins, he also gave up his Son for our sins.
