Romans 1:16

In this sermon on Romans 1:16, Pastor Blaine unpacks Paul's bold declaration that he is "not ashamed of the gospel," even though following Christ cost him influence, status, and comfort, because the gospel is God's power to save everyone who believes. He emphasizes that salvation is not about changing our circumstances but reconciling us to God through Christ. From there, Blaine addresses the debated relationship between Israel and the church, outlining two major views: supersessionism (the church replaces Israel) and the belief that God still has a distinct redemptive plan for ethnic Israel. He explains how different interpretations of Scripture—literal or allegorical—shape views on Israel, the church, baptism, and end times, and argues that while salvation is by faith alone for both Jew and Gentile, God has not abandoned His covenant promises to Israel. The message calls believers to humility, fidelity to Scripture, and charity in secondary disagreements, while rejoicing that through faith in Christ, all are adopted as sons and daughters of God.