Christ Our Refuge COF Sunday Sermons

Christ Our Refuge Community of Faith Sunday SermonSpeaker: Ptr. Jojo GubatSermon: What Justification by Faith Alone ProducesScripture: Romans 3:27-31Sermon outlineThree implications of justification by faith aloneNo room for boasting (vv. 27-28)No distinction in justification (vv. 29-30)No contradiction with the law (v. 31)

Christ Our Refuge Community of Faith Sunday SermonSpeaker: Ptr. Keith EbrahimSermon: The Trials of LifeScripture: James 1:1-8Sermon outlineFive truths about trialsTrials are a Fact of LifeGod has Purposes in TrialsGod gives a Promise in TrialsTwo Responses to TrialsThe Rewards for Enduring Trials

Christ Our Refuge Community of Faith Sunday SermonSpeaker: Ptr. Jojo GubatSermon: The Righteousness of God Revealed in the Gospel, PartScripture: Romans 3:21-26Sermon outlineSeven characteristics of the righteousness of God offered in the GospelPart 11. It is revealed apart from the Law (v. 21a).2. It is witnessed by the Law and the prophets (v. 21b).3. It is received Through faith in Jesus Christ (v. 22a).Part 24. It is available to all who believe (vv. 22b–24a).5. It is given freely by grace (v. 24a).Part 36. It is accomplished through the redemptive work of Christ (vv. 24b–25a).7. It is demonstrated by God's perfect justice (vv. 25b–26).

Christ Our Refuge Community of Faith Sunday SermonSpeaker: Ptr. Jojo GubatSermon: The Righteousness of God Revealed in the Gospel, PartScripture: Romans 3:21-26Sermon outlineSeven characteristics of the righteousness of God offered in the GospelPart 11. It is revealed apart from the Law (v. 21a).2. It is witnessed by the Law and the prophets (v. 21b).3. It is received Through faith in Jesus Christ (v. 22a).Part 24. It is available to all who believe (vv. 22b–24a).5. It is given freely by grace (v. 24a).Part 36. It is accomplished through the redemptive work of Christ (vv. 24b–25a).7. It is demonstrated by God's perfect justice (vv. 25b–26).

Christ Our Refuge Community of Faith Sunday SermonSpeaker: Ptr. Jojo GubatSermon: The Righteousness of God Revealed in the Gospel, PartScripture: Romans 3:21-26Sermon outlineSeven characteristics of the righteousness of God offered in the GospelPart 11. It is revealed apart from the Law (v. 21a).2. It is witnessed by the Law and the prophets (v. 21b).3. It is received Through faith in Jesus Christ (v. 22a).Part 24. It is available to all who believe (vv. 22b–24a).5. It is given freely by grace (v. 24a).Part 36. It is accomplished through the redemptive work of Christ (vv. 24b–25a).7. It is demonstrated by God's perfect justice (vv. 25b–26).

Christ Our Refuge Community of FaithSunday SermonSpeaker: Ptr. Jojo GubatSermon: The Guilt of All Humanity, Part 2Scripture: Romans 3:9-20Sermon outlineFour Reasons Why Men Need the Righteousness of God1. Because Man's Character Is Corrupt (vv. 9–12)a. He is unrighteous (v. 10)b. He is spiritually ignorant (v. 11a)c. He does not seek God (v. 11b)d. He has turned aside from God's way (v. 12a)e. He has become worthless (v. 12b)f. He is incapable of doing good (v. 12c)2. Because Man's Speech Is Corrupt (vv. 13–14)a. His throat is an open grave (v. 13a)b. His tongue practices deceit (v. 13b)c. His lips are filled with deadly poison (v. 13c)d. His mouth is full of cursing and bitterness (v. 14)3. Because Man's Conduct Is Corrupt (vv. 15–18)a. He is quick to harm others (v. 15)b. He leaves destruction in his path (v. 16)c. He does not know the way of peace (v. 17)d. He has no fear of God (v. 18)4. Because Man's Condemnation Is Certain (vv. 19–20)

Christ Our Refuge Community of FaithSunday SermonSpeaker: Ptr. Jojo GubatSermon: The Guilt of All Humanity, Part 1Scripture: Romans 3:9-20Sermon outlineFour Reasons Why Men Need the Righteousness of God1. Because Man's Character Is Corrupt (vv. 9–12)a. He is unrighteous (v. 10)b. He is spiritually ignorant (v. 11a)c. He does not seek God (v. 11b)d. He has turned aside from God's way (v. 12a)e. He has become worthless (v. 12b)f. He is incapable of doing good (v. 12c)2. Because Man's Speech Is Corrupt (vv. 13–14)a. His throat is an open grave (v. 13a)b. His tongue practices deceit (v. 13b)c. His lips are filled with deadly poison (v. 13c)d. His mouth is full of cursing and bitterness (v. 14)3. Because Man's Conduct Is Corrupt (vv. 15–18)a. He is quick to harm others (v. 15)b. He leaves destruction in his path (v. 16)c. He does not know the way of peace (v. 17)d. He has no fear of God (v. 18)4. Because Man's Condemnation Is Certain (vv. 19–20)

Christ Our Refuge Community of Faith Sunday SermonSpeaker: Ptr. Jojo GubatSermon: The Gospel on TrialScripture: Romans 3:1-8Sermon outlineFour Objections Raised Against the Gospel of God's RighteousnessAn objection concerning Israel's privileges (vv. 1–2)An objection concerning God's faithfulness (vv. 3–4)An objection concerning God's justice (vv. 5–6)An objection concerning God's glory (vv. 7–8)

Christ Our Refuge Community of Faith Sunday SermonSpeaker: Ptr. Jojo GubatSermon: When Covenant Privileges Are Not EnoughScripture: Romans 2:17-29Sermon outlineTwo Limitations of Covenant PrivilegesCovenant Privileges Cannot Replace Obedience (vv. 17–24)Covenant Signs Cannot Replace Regeneration (vv. 25–29)

Christ Our Refuge Community of Faith Sunday SermonSpeaker: Ptr. Jojo GubatSermon: What Will Matter on Judgment Day? Part 2Scripture: Romans 2:1-16Sermon outlineSix standards of God’s JudgmentPart 1The standard of knowledge (v. 1)The standard of truth (vv. 2–3)Part 2 3. The standard of repentance (vv. 4–5) 4. The standard of deeds (vv. 6–10)Part 3 5. The standard of impartiality (vv. 11–15) 6. The standard of motives (v. 16)

Christ Our Refuge Community of Faith Sunday SermonSpeaker: Ptr. Dave De GuzmanSermon: What Causes Division in ChurchScripture: Selected Passages in 1 CorinthiansSermon outlinePaul appealed on the subject of unity (1 Corinthians 1:1).Foundations for living (1 Corinthians 3:3)Christian order (1 Corinthians 11)

Christ Our Refuge Community of Faith Sunday SermonSpeaker: Ptr. Jojo GubatSermon: What Will Matter on Judgment Day? Part 2Scripture: Romans 2:1-16Sermon outlineSix standards of God’s JudgmentPart 1The standard of knowledge (v. 1)The standard of truth (vv. 2–3)Part 2 3. The standard of repentance (vv. 4–5) 4. The standard of deeds (vv. 6–10)Part 3 5. The standard of impartiality (vv. 11–15) 6. The standard of motives (v. 16)

Christ Our Refuge Community of Faith Sunday SermonSpeaker: Ptr. Jojo GubatSermon: What Will Matter on Judgment Day? Part 1Scripture: Romans 2:1-16Sermon outlineSix standards of God’s JudgmentPart 1The standard of knowledge (v. 1)The standard of truth (vv. 2–3)Part 2 3. The standard of repentance (vv. 4–5) 4. The standard of deeds (vv. 6–10)Part 3 5. The standard of impartiality (vv. 11–15) 6. The standard of motives (v. 16)

Christ Our Refuge Community of Faith Sunday SermonSpeaker: Ptr. Jojo GubatSermon: When God Lets Men Go, Part 2Scripture: Romans 1:24-32Sermon outlineThree consequences of rejecting God Defiled desires (vv. 24–25)Dishonorable passions (vv. 26–27)Debased minds(vv. 28–32)

Christ Our Refuge Community of Faith Sunday SermonSpeaker: Ptr. Jojo GubatSermon: When God Lets Men Go, Part 1Scripture: Romans 1:24-32Sermon outlineThree consequences of rejecting God Defiled desires (vv. 24–25)Dishonorable passions (vv. 26–27)Debased minds(vv. 28–32)

Christ Our Refuge Community of Faith Sunday SermonSpeaker: Ptr. Jojo GubatSermon: When Men Refuse to Honor GodScripture: Romans 1:18-23Sermon outlineThree Characteristics of the Downward Path of Human RebellionMen suppress God’s truth (v.18).Men reject God’s revelation (vv.19–20).Men exchange God’s glory (vv.21–23).

Christ Our Refuge Community of Faith Sunday SermonSpeaker: Ptr. Jojo GubatSermon: Why the Gospel MattersScripture: Romans 1:16-17Sermon outlineFour Foundational Truths That Summarize the Gospel MessageThe Gospel is the POWER of God (v. 16a–b)The Gospel brings SALVATION (v. 16c)The Gospel is received by FAITH (v. 16d)The Gospel reveals the RIGHTEOUSNESS of God (v. 17)

Christ Our Refuge Community of Faith Sunday SermonSpeaker: Ptr. Jojo GubatSermon: What Real Spiritual Service Looks Like Part 1Scripture: Romans 1:8–16aSermon outlineMarks of True Spiritual ServiceA thankful heart (v. 8)A concerned heart (vv. 9–10a)A submitted heart (v. 10b) 4. A loving heart (v. 11) 5. A humble heart (v. 12) 6. A fruitful heart (v. 13) 7. An obligated heart (v. 14) 8. An eager heart (v. 15) 9. A bold heart (v. 16a

Christ Our Refuge Community of Faith Sunday SermonSpeaker: Ptr. Jhon DescartinSermon: The Problem and the SolutionScripture: James 4:1-10Sermon outlineThe Problem and the SolutionThe Problem: Sinful Desires (vv. 1–5)The Solution: God’s Grace (vv. 6–10)

Christ Our Refuge Community of Faith Sunday SermonSpeaker: Ptr. Jojo GubatSermon: Defined by Grace: Who You Are in ChristScripture: Romans 1:6–7Sermon outlineFour Defining Realities of Every Believer in Christ:You are called by God (v. 6).You are loved by God (v. 7a).You are set apart as Holy (v. 7b).You are graced with God’s blessing (v.7c).

Christ Our Refuge Community of Faith Sunday SermonSpeaker: Ptr. Jhon DescartinSermon: Christ’s Resurrection: What Does It Mean For UsScripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12–23Sermon outlineChrist’s Resurrection: What Does It Mean For Us?Questioned – People doubt the resurrection (v.12).Consequences – What happens if Christ did not rise from the dead (v.13–19)? Confirmed – Christ is alive, and so is our hope (v.20–23).

Christ Our Refuge Community of Faith Sunday Sermon Speaker: Ptr. Jojo GubatSermon: Romans: What the Gospel Truly IsScripture: Romans 1:2-5Sermon outlineThree Unshakable Truths That Define the GospelIt’s God’s Plan (v. 2).It’s About God’s Son (vv. 3–4).It Calls for a Response (v. 5).

Christ Our Refuge Community of Faith Sunday Sermon Speaker: Ptr. Jojo GubatSermon: Romans: What Makes a True Servant of Christ?Scripture: Romans 1:1Sermon outlineThree Defining Marks of a True Servant of ChristHe belongs to Christ (v. 1a)He speaks for Christ (v. 1b)He lives for Christ’s Gospel (v. 1c)

Christ Our Refuge Community of Faith Sunday Sermon Speaker: Ptr. Jojo GubatSermon: Romans: The Greatest Letter Ever WrittenScripture: Romans 1:16-17Sermon outlineThree Core Reflections about the Gospel in RomansNo one is beyond the reach of the Gospel.No circumstance is too impossible for the Gospel.No message is greater than the Gospel.

Christ Our Refuge Community of Faith Sunday SermonSpeaker: Ptr. Jhon DescartinSermon: The Five Descriptions of God's People in the CommunityScripture: 1 Peter 3:8Sermon outlineThe Five Descriptions of God's People in the CommunityLike mindedSympatheticMutually loving one anotherTender heartedHumble minded

Christ Our Refuge Community of Faith Sunday Sermon Speaker: Ptr. Jojo GubatSermon: Understanding the Lord’s Table as a Community of FaithScripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34 (LSB)Sermon outlineThree Sacred Examinations Regarding the Lord’s TableExamine the body: is there division among us? (vv. 17-22)Remember the cross: have we forgotten the price? (vv. 23-26)Examine the heart: have we lost our reverence? (vv. 27-34)

Christ Our Refuge Community of Faith Sunday SermonSpeaker: Ptr. Jojo GubatSermon: The Great Commission According to PaulScripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-7 (LSB)Sermon outlineFour Pillars of the Great CommissionEmpowered by Grace (v. 1)Entrusted for Multiplication (v. 2)Enduring with Discipline and Devotion (vv. 3-6)Enlightened through Spiritual Reflection (v. 7)

Christ Our Refuge Community of Faith Sunday Sermon Speaker: Ptr. Jojo GubatSermon: Am I Building or Breaking Fellowship? (Part 2)Scripture: 3 John 9-10 (LSB)Sermon Outline: Six Attitudes that Break FellowshipA Desire for Preeminence (9a-9b)A Rejection of Godly Authority (9c)Destructive Speech (10a-10b)A Closed Heart Toward Hospitality (10c)Coercive Influence (10d)Abusive Use of Discipline (10e)

Christ Our Refuge Community of Faith Sunday Sermon Speaker: Ptr. Jojo GubatSermon: Am I Building or Breaking Fellowship?Scripture: 3 John 9-10 (LSB)Sermon Outline: Six Attitudes that Break FellowshipA Desire for Preeminence (9a-9b)A Rejection of Godly Authority (9c)Destructive Speech (10a-10b)A Closed Heart Toward Hospitality (10c)Coercive Influence (10d)Abusive Use of Discipline (10e)

Christ Our Refuge Community of Faith Sunday Sermon Speaker: Ptr. Jhon DescartinSermon Title: The Love of The Apostle Paul For The Church Scripture: Colossians 1:24 (ESV)Sermon Outline: He is willing to suffer gladly for the brethren (24a)He is willing to share in the afflictions of Christ (24b)

Christ Our Refuge Community of Faith Sunday Sermon Speaker: Ptr. Jhon DescartinSermon: Refined Not Ruined Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6–9 (ESV)Sermon outlineThe present reality of suffering in the Christian life (vv. 6–7)The present reality of the intangibility of God (vv. 8–9)