In Romans 15:14-26, Paul explained his ministry as a presentation of the nations to God though presenting the Gospel of God to the nations. He also expressed his pioneering desire always to push out into new territory. Although our church is not in completely new territory, we share something of the pioneering spirit of Paul as we go out to take the gospel to those who have not heard. Today we celebrated God’s work among us during our first year and reminded ourselves of the great mission he has for us.
A depressingly common theme that runs through human history is the oppression of the poor by the rich. In the first century, Christians were...
Jesus announced that the hour had come for him to be glorified, but his glorification would begin with a cross.
One of Paul’s purposes in visiting Rome was to receive help to get the gospel all the way to Spain.