https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M9KzzYeO6Dk

A “wicked” end to the first act of Romans

This message takes us into the mystery of God's plan for Israel and the Gentiles and challenges us to trust God's wisdom even when we don't fully understand His ways. The parallel drawn between this biblical narrative and the experience of watching a musical's intermission beautifully illustrates how we might feel confused or uncertain in the middle of God's unfolding plan, yet we can trust in His ultimate purpose. The bottom line? The kingdom of God never ends with a question mark, but will end with an exclamation point full of God's glory and wisdom.


Daily Devotions

Day 1: Understanding the Journey Through Romans

Devotional:

Paul's epistle to the Romans, especially chapters 1 through 11, is noted for its deep doctrinal content. It looks into the past, present, and future of Israel, intertwining it with the foundational truths of Christianity. As Paul said in the message, Romans 9, 10, and 11 particularly focus on Israel's journey, emphasizing that it's a part of God's overall salvation plan for both Jews and Gentiles.

Reflection Questions:

  1. How have you seen God's plan unfold in your own spiritual journey?
  2. What parts of your faith have caused "head scratching" moments in your life?

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Day 2: The Mystery of God's Plan

Devotional:

The sermon highlighted the mystery of God's plan, which is meant to keep us humble and in a place of dependence on Him. We may not fully understand the complexities of God’s plan, but we can trust Him. This mystery isn't meant to confuse but to invite us into deeper faith.

Reflection Questions: