Unbreakable Love: Assurance in Christ's Sacrifice
Summary
### Summary
Today, we gathered to celebrate the unchanging and eternal love of God, as revealed in Romans 8:31-39. We began by acknowledging the countless reasons we have to praise the Lord, and we prayed for the Holy Spirit to grant us the liberty to worship and respond to God's Word. The central question we explored was, "Who shall separate us from the love of Christ?" The answer is a resounding "No one and nothing." God's love is steadfast, unchanging, and eternal.
We delved into five key truths that assure us of this unbreakable bond. First, God is for us. If God, the Creator and Redeemer, is on our side, no force can overcome His love for us. Second, Jesus died for us. The supreme act of love was God not sparing His own Son but delivering Him up for us all. Third, God has justified us. Through Christ's sacrifice, we are declared righteous, and no accusation can stand against us. Fourth, Christ is praying for us. Jesus, seated at the right hand of God, continually intercedes on our behalf, ensuring our eternal security. Finally, God has promised us that nothing can separate us from His love. Whether it be tribulation, distress, persecution, or any other hardship, God's love remains unshaken.
This assurance of God's love should lead us to live confidently and boldly, knowing that our salvation is secure. It should also inspire us to be obedient, serve others, and foster unity within our church. If you have not yet experienced this love, today is the day to receive it through Christ Jesus. Leave here today with the security, confidence, boldness, and joy to be a testimony for the Lord.
### Key Takeaways
1. God is For Us: The assurance that God is for us means that no force can overcome His love for us. This truth provides us with confidence and security, knowing that our Creator and Redeemer is on our side. Reflect on this: God is cheering you on, supporting you through every trial and tribulation. [37:43]
2. Jesus Died for Us: The ultimate demonstration of God's love is the sacrifice of His Son. If God did not spare His own Son but gave Him up for us, how much more will He continue to care for us? This act of supreme love assures us that God's love is unwavering and eternal. [45:46]
3. God Has Justified Us: Through Christ's sacrifice, we are declared righteous. No accusation can stand against us because we are justified by God. This truth should fill us with boldness and confidence, knowing that our sins are forgiven and we are eternally secure in Christ. [49:44]
4. Christ is Praying for Us: Jesus, seated at the right hand of God, continually intercedes on our behalf. His prayers are always answered, ensuring our eternal security. This ongoing intercession is a powerful reminder that we are never alone and that our salvation is secure. [55:46]
5. God's Promise of Unbreakable Love: God's promise that nothing can separate us from His love is a cornerstone of our faith. Whether we face tribulation, distress, or any other hardship, God's love remains steadfast. This promise should inspire us to live confidently and boldly, knowing that our salvation is secure. [59:48]
### YouTube Chapters
[0:00] - Welcome
[14:01] - Opening Prayer
[30:46] - Introduction to Romans 8
[31:06] - Reading of Romans 8:31-39
[32:44] - God's Unchanging Love
[33:26] - The Eternal Nature of God's Love
[34:41] - Assurance of Salvation
[35:37] - No Condemnation in Christ
[36:02] - Persuaded by God's Love
[37:43] - God is For Us
[38:12] - Overcoming Enemies
[40:11] - The Offense of the Cross
[45:46] - Jesus Died for Us
[49:44] - God Has Justified Us
[55:46] - Christ is Praying for Us
[59:48] - God's Promise of Unbreakable Love
[01:02:01] - Responding to God's Love
[01:05:31] - Invitation to Respond
Study Guide
### Bible Study Discussion Guide
#### Bible Reading
- Romans 8:31-39
#### Observation Questions
1. What are the five key truths mentioned in the sermon that assure us of our unbreakable bond with God's love? ([37:43])
2. According to Romans 8:31, what is the significance of God being "for us"? ([37:43])
3. How does the sermon describe the role of Jesus' death in demonstrating God's love for us? ([45:46])
4. What does it mean that Christ is praying for us, and how does this ensure our eternal security? ([55:46])
#### Interpretation Questions
1. How does the assurance that "God is for us" impact a believer's confidence and security in their faith? ([37:43])
2. In what ways does the sermon explain the significance of Jesus' sacrifice on the cross for our eternal security? ([45:46])
3. What does it mean to be justified by God, and how does this affect our standing before Him? ([49:44])
4. How does the promise that nothing can separate us from God's love influence our daily lives and spiritual walk? ([59:48])
#### Application Questions
1. Reflect on a time when you felt overwhelmed by life's challenges. How does knowing that "God is for you" change your perspective on those challenges? ([37:43])
2. Jesus' death on the cross is the ultimate demonstration of God's love. How can you remind yourself of this truth daily, especially during difficult times? ([45:46])
3. Being justified by God means no accusation can stand against us. How can this truth help you deal with feelings of guilt or unworthiness? ([49:44])
4. Knowing that Christ is continually interceding for you, how can this assurance affect your prayer life and relationship with God? ([55:46])
5. The sermon encourages us to live confidently and boldly because of God's unbreakable love. What specific steps can you take this week to live out this confidence in your interactions with others? ([59:48])
6. How can the assurance of God's eternal love inspire you to serve others and foster unity within your church community? ([59:48])
7. If you have not yet experienced God's love, what is holding you back from receiving it through Christ Jesus today? How can you take a step towards accepting this love? ([01:05:31])
Devotional
Day 1: God is Our Unwavering Support
Description: The assurance that God is for us means that no force can overcome His love for us. This truth provides us with confidence and security, knowing that our Creator and Redeemer is on our side. Reflect on this: God is cheering you on, supporting you through every trial and tribulation. When we face challenges, it is easy to feel isolated and overwhelmed. However, the knowledge that God is for us should transform our perspective. We are not alone; the Creator of the universe is actively supporting us, guiding us, and ensuring that we are never defeated by the trials we face. This divine support is not conditional or temporary; it is steadfast and eternal. [37:43]
Romans 8:31-32 (ESV): "What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? He who did not spare his own Son but gave him up for us all, how will he not also with him graciously give us all things?"
Reflection: Think of a current challenge you are facing. How does knowing that God is for you change the way you approach this situation today?
Day 2: The Ultimate Sacrifice of Love
Description: The ultimate demonstration of God's love is the sacrifice of His Son. If God did not spare His own Son but gave Him up for us, how much more will He continue to care for us? This act of supreme love assures us that God's love is unwavering and eternal. The sacrifice of Jesus on the cross is the pinnacle of God's love for humanity. It is a love that is willing to endure the greatest pain and suffering for the sake of our redemption. This profound act of love should fill us with gratitude and a deep sense of security, knowing that if God has already given us His best, He will not withhold any good thing from us. [45:46]
1 John 4:9-10 (ESV): "In this the love of God was made manifest among us, that God sent his only Son into the world, so that we might live through him. In this is love, not that we have loved God but that he loved us and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins."
Reflection: Reflect on the significance of Jesus' sacrifice. How does this understanding of God's love impact your daily life and interactions with others?
Day 3: Justified and Secure in Christ
Description: Through Christ's sacrifice, we are declared righteous. No accusation can stand against us because we are justified by God. This truth should fill us with boldness and confidence, knowing that our sins are forgiven and we are eternally secure in Christ. Justification is a legal term that means we are declared righteous in the sight of God. This declaration is not based on our own merits but on the finished work of Christ. Because of this, we can live with the assurance that our past, present, and future sins are forgiven. This security should empower us to live boldly for Christ, free from the fear of condemnation. [49:44]
Romans 5:1-2 (ESV): "Therefore, since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. Through him we have also obtained access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and we rejoice in hope of the glory of God."
Reflection: Consider an area of your life where you struggle with guilt or condemnation. How can the truth of your justification in Christ bring you freedom and peace today?
Day 4: Christ's Continual Intercession
Description: Jesus, seated at the right hand of God, continually intercedes on our behalf. His prayers are always answered, ensuring our eternal security. This ongoing intercession is a powerful reminder that we are never alone and that our salvation is secure. The fact that Jesus is interceding for us means that He is actively involved in our lives, advocating for us before the Father. This divine intercession is a source of immense comfort and assurance, knowing that our Savior is continually praying for our well-being and spiritual growth. [55:46]
Hebrews 7:25 (ESV): "Consequently, he is able to save to the uttermost those who draw near to God through him, since he always lives to make intercession for them."
Reflection: How does knowing that Jesus is praying for you change the way you approach your daily challenges and spiritual growth?
Day 5: The Unbreakable Bond of God's Love
Description: God's promise that nothing can separate us from His love is a cornerstone of our faith. Whether we face tribulation, distress, or any other hardship, God's love remains steadfast. This promise should inspire us to live confidently and boldly, knowing that our salvation is secure. The unbreakable bond of God's love means that no external circumstance or internal failure can sever our relationship with Him. This assurance should embolden us to face life's challenges with courage and to live out our faith with conviction, knowing that we are eternally loved and secure in Christ. [59:48]
Jeremiah 31:3 (ESV): "The Lord appeared to him from far away. I have loved you with an everlasting love; therefore I have continued my faithfulness to you."
Reflection: Think about a time when you felt distant from God. How does the promise of His unbreakable love encourage you to draw near to Him today?
Quotes
### Quotes for Outreach
1. "God loves me and God loves you no matter which way the wind may be blowing in your life. God's love never changes. God's love never runs out. God's love never gives up. God's word won't turn back on you. God's love is an eternal love." [33:47] (17 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)
2. "God is for you. Knowing that truth lets you know that nothing can separate you from the love of God. Persecution, tribulation, difficulty, nothing can separate you over power of God. God's for us." [44:30] (14 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)
3. "God loves you. You can take that to the bank. There's no reason to doubt that. No reason to question that. The Bible declares that you are love." [36:28] (11 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)
4. "God's love will never let you go. God's love is eternal love. And God's love does not change, will not change." [41:32] (8 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)
5. "God is for you. And his love is an everlasting love and eternal love. And nothing can separate you from the love of God in Christ Jesus. Today, this very minute, right now, God is for you." [43:15] (11 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)
### Quotes for Members
1. "Now, the Bible does not guarantee freedom from love troubles and tribulations and difficulty. He mentions a whole bunch of them, doesn't he, in verse 35 and verse 38. And the Bible never says if you get saved, it's all going to be peaches and cream. It's always going to be a road, a road, a bed of ease. The Bible doesn't promise us freedom from heartache and tribulation and distress and persecution. It never promises us that. But the Bible does promise us that nothing can separate us from the love of Christ." [36:54] (33 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)
2. "How do we know that nothing can separate us from the love of Christ? Well, God is for us. Verse 31 says, What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? Now the implication is because God is for us, there's nothing that can overcome God. Nothing that can pull us out of God's grip. Nothing that can cause God to stop loving us. There's no one or nothing that can overpower God." [37:43] (25 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)
3. "How do I know that nothing can separate me from the love of God? Because Christ died for me, that I might be forgiven and saved and have eternal security in him." [48:32] (9 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)
4. "How do you know you can never be severed from God's love? Well, first because God is for us. Second, because Jesus died for us. Third, because God has justified us. And then number four, because Christ is praying for us." [54:42] (12 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)
5. "We know that nothing can sever us from God's love because God has promised us that nothing can. He says in verse 35, who shall sever us from the love of God, which is in Christ. He goes on to mention in verse number 35, he mentioned seven different experiences you can go through in this world. Seven experiences. He mentions tribulation, distress, persecution, famine, nakedness, peril, sword. Seven different experiences you can go through. He says these things cannot separate you from God's love." [58:29] (30 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)
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