Ep 36 The Patience of God, Ro 9:22-26

Some people, even after genuinely becoming a Christian, are not content in the Lord. They still hunger for the world. There's a feeling about them. They're restless and see their commitment to the Lord as a collar around their neck. They may be outwardly obedient, but inwardly they wish they were free. Apparently, they aren't able to rest until they "backslide." A backslider is not someone who openly renounces Jesus but who gradually becomes disloyal and falls in love with the gods of the world. Sadly it seems that the only way they can find fulfillment in Him alone is to discover how bitter life can be without His blessings. Backsliding is a dangerous game. We can get in way over our heads and become enslaved to forces we foolishly invite into our lives (Ro 6:15,16). We can get in so deep we can't climb back out. But if at any point in the process we repent, God will take us back, and not as a second-class citizen. He'll love us like a husband cherishes his wife and restore us so completely that the world will marvel and say, "Surely God is your father for He cares for you like you are His child!" To receive a free copy of Dr. Steve Schell's book Understanding Romans, email us at [email protected] and ask for your copy at no charge. The book has all the notes from each sermon in this series. Also check out our website at lifelessonspublishing.com for additional resources for pastors and leaders. We have recorded classes and other materials offered at no charge. And if you would like to receive a copy of Pastor Steve's newest book Study Verse by Verse: Revelation at no charge, we are still giving this book out as well!