Romans 1:1-16:27
Romans: The Foundations of Faith
"Romans: Lessons Learned"
(Romans 1:1 -16:27)
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The Centrality of the Gospel
The gospel unites us in spite of many significant differences and histories.
The Condemnation of the Gospel
Every person is equally guilty or falling short of God's standard
(There is no place for judgment).
The Clarity of the Gospel
Each of us should be able to articulate the gospel clearly and passionately.
• Sin separates us from God - Romans 3:23
• Salvation is by grace through faith in the finished work of Christ - Romans 3:22
• Sanctification is an ongoing transformation through the power of the Spirit - Romans 8:13
The Comprehensiveness of the Gospel
The gospel involves justification, sanctification, and glorification.
The Completeness of the Gospel
The gospel is based on the grace of God,
the work of Christ and empowering of the Holy Spirit.
The Confidence of the Gospel
The gospel can be trusted because God can be trusted.
The Consequences of the Gospel
The gospel impacts all of our relationships
(Vertical and Horizontal).
Next Steps
• Know the gospel well.
• Share the gospel clearly.
• Grow in the unity of a life for a gospel purpose.
This Week’s Growth Guide
God’s Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.
• Monday - Romans 1:16-17
• Tuesday - Romans 3:21-26
• Wednesday - Romans 6:1-14
• Thursday - Romans 8:1-17
• Friday - Romans 12:1-8
Finances
Weekly Budget 28,846
Giving For 07/25 37,340
Giving For 08/01 17,353
YTD Budget 144,231
YTD Giving 136,334
over (7,897)
Generations Campaign
Total Pledge 1,535,065
Received-to-date 1,601,407
Home Church Launching August 22
If you’re not currently in a Home Church, we encourage you to stop by the
table in the Atrium for a list of small groups. Bios of the leaders of each group that have openings are listed with the day of the week and time they meet.
Take some time and look for the spot where you can connect, grow and serve.
Childcare is available on Sunday and Wednesday evenings for a small monthly fee.
Let’s get connected!
New to Fellowship?
We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect” section of your bulletin, tear it off, and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift.
Judges Workshop
Mark your calendars for Saturday, August 21, from 9:00-2:00 as we spend a day with Dr. Michelle Knight and get a great basis for our study through Judges. Tacos4Life is catering lunch for the event. If you have dietary considerations, please let us know by August 18. Cost is $10/person. Sign up at fellowshipconway.org/register.
A Place For You
Finding just the right area to serve can sometimes be intimidating, but knowing what opportunities are available and what the time commitment is to fulfill the role could help you make the right connection. Fellowship is making the process easier. Check out fellowshipconway.org/serve to see current and ongoing service opportunities. Look for a good fit and try out what interests you. We place a high value on every believer using their God given gifts to serve the Kingdom. Please let Shane know if he can help in any way – swanamaker@fellowshipconway.org.
Serve in Kids
Adults, college students, and high schoolers if you have a passion for Jesus and want to share that passion with the children of Fellowship, we have some great opportunities for you! We have about 10 open opportunities. Email Heather Fulmer for more information - hfulmer@fellowshipconway.org.
College Students (NEXT)
We are excited to kick off another year of college ministry that we call NEXT. Join us, Sunday, August 22, 6:00-8:15 pm on the second floor. Dinner will be provided before we worship together, dive into God’s Word, and have small group discussion time. We would love for you to join us! See Shane Wanamaker at the Connection Center for more information.
Encourage Medical Staff at Conway Regional
Fellowship, join us as we thank our amazing health care workers at Conway Regional Hospital. Our goal is to write 200 thank you notes to let them know how appreciated they are. We provide the note cards, you provide the encouraging words. Please stop by the Connection Center and take as many as you would like to write. Please return all notes to Fellowship by next Sunday, August 15. We will deliver all the notes collected along with dinner for the workers to express our appreciation.