We continue to consider the security we have in Christ, as we are reminded in Romans 8:34 that it is through His death, that we have been brought to our Salvation. For those who think that they have to work to achieve and keep their security, it is frustrating, because no matter how much you do, it is never enough. We are kept in the love of God through the work of Christ on the cross. No circumstances or actions can take us out of that wonderful position. In His death He took upon Himself the full penalty of our sin (no matter whether those sins are sins of the past, present, or future). Romans 5:12-:6:3 reminds us that grace is not an excuse to live in our sin and rebellion, but it is a reminder that as we choose to do those things which displease the Lord, we can still have victory, as we confess those sins (I John 1:9) and find our victory through Jesus Christ. God does not forsake us in the midst of those shortcomings, He draws us lovingly back to Him, as we are reminded of our relationship with Him. Won’t you come to Christ … READ MORE

In Romans 8:31 we see the wonderful phrase, “Because God is for us, who can be against us?” Who is it that believers fear? This passage list some things . . . 1. Other people – while others cannot rob us of our salvation they can seriously mislead, confuse or weaken our faith, we must know the Word of God to overcome this battle. 2. We ourselves – Since we are not able by our own power or effort to save ourselves how could we be kept by our own efforts? This is not a license to sin (Romans 6:1) but is a promise of security. 3. God the Father – No where in Scripture does the Lord make ANY allowances for His people to be lost again, but promises each one of them an eternal home in His eternal presence. Having said this, a true believer will manifest fruit (Galatians :22-23), and will be obedient to His Word, and will not be comfortable living in sin. 4. Satan – While Satan is constantly bringing “charges against God’s elect (Romans 8:33), those chages amount to nothing be3fore the Lord, because He is “the one who justifies” (Romans 8:33). We must … READ MORE