From the Cross to Pentecost - Part 3 by Pastor Steve Dow on Sunday, April 26, 2026

The Great Reversal: Moving from Curse to Blessing In this third installment of the "From the Cross to Pentecost" series, Pastor Steve Dow dives into Romans chapter 5 to explain the profound transition from the condemnation of Adam to the justification found in Jesus Christ. Using the famous 86-year drought of the Boston Red Sox as a starting point, Pastor Dow illustrates how a "curse" can define a culture until someone finally breaks it. However, unlike sports legends, the work of Jesus is not a matter of luck but a finished work of grace that applies to every believer today. -- The first Adam brought sin and death into the world through one act of disobedience, but the second Adam, Jesus, brought life and righteousness through one act of obedience. -- Where sin abounded, grace abounded much more, meaning there is no level of sin or failure that the grace of God cannot overcome. -- The "generational curse" is a false doctrine often used to excuse bad behavior; biblical freedom means the curse of sin stops the moment the blood of Jesus covers your life. -- Being a "new creation" means old things have passed away and you are no longer defined by the addictions, lies, or failures of your ancestors. -- True freedom in Christ means being "free indeed," not just partially liberated, but completely transformed in your mind, actions, and identity. Scriptures for Further Study -- Romans 5:12-21 -- Genesis 3:6 -- Galatians 3:13 -- Galatians 3:23-24 -- 1 Corinthians 15:45-47 -- Ezekiel 18:20 (referenced via Chapter 22 context) -- John 8:36 -- Philippians 3:14-15 -- Philippians 4:13 +++++++ You can find our service times on our website: https://www.anctally.com/ You can find sermon highlights on Twitter here: https://x.com/allnationstally