Romans 9 | Grace: The Plan for His People

In this episode, Pastor Karl dives into Romans 9, kicking off a deep exploration of God’s plan, specifically as it relates to the nation of Israel. Providing a roadmap for Romans: chapters 1-3 address God’s wrath, 3-8 celebrate His grace, 9-11 reveal His plan, and 12-16 guide us in living out His will. Romans 9 focuses on Israel’s past, drawing heavily from Old Testament history—Abraham, Isaac, Ishmael, Esau, Jacob, Moses, and the prophets—to show that God’s choice of His people is rooted in grace, not merit. He explains how Paul, heartbroken for his fellow Jews, underscores that being chosen by God doesn’t depend on ethnicity or works, but on faith in His promise. From the adoption of the Jews to the coming of Christ—fully God and fully human—Pastor Karl illustrates how God’s grace extends to both Jews and Gentiles alike.  With vivid examples, like Pharaoh’s hardened heart and Hosea’s unfaithful wife Gomer, he challenges listeners to choose a soft, responsive heart toward God’s mercy. This episode is a rich blend of biblical insight, personal storytelling, and a call to embrace the transformative simplicity of faith.Watch all our sermons on our youtube channel "Flipside Christian Church"Join us in person 9:00am & 10:30am every Sunday morning.37193 Ave 12 #3h, Madera, CA 93636For more visit us at flipside.churchFor more podcasts visit flipsidepodcasts.transistor.fm