In this week's message, Pastor Lawrence digs into Romans 1:18-32 to show us that the best news ever actually starts with some bad news. God — the Great Physician — has given us a clear diagnosis: our world is sick, and we are the cause. But understanding what's wrong is the first step to receiving what's right.

This episode explores the wrath of God (and why it's actually a sign of His goodness), two forms of truth suppression, what it means when "God gave them up," and why the gospel is truly good news for every kind of sinner — regardless of background, struggle, or story.

🔖 Romans 1:16-32 (ESV)

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Show Notes & Next Steps

• Read Romans 1:18-32 in your Bible or at biblegateway.com
• Reflect: In what area of your life have you been placing yourself at the center instead of God?
• Share this episode with someone who needs to hear that the gospel is good news for them too
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What is the gospel — and why does it still matter? In this week's message, Pastor Lawrence opens a powerful new series through the book of Romans, beginning in Romans 1:1-17. From Paul's dramatic transformation to the unifying power of the gospel, this message lays the foundation for an awakening in your life and community.

In This Episode

• What the gospel actually is (and why it's different from religion)
• Paul's dramatic transformation from Saul the Pharisee to Paul the servant
• Why the gospel is the most inclusive message in history
• How the gospel breaks down "us vs. them" thinking
• Why Paul says he is "not ashamed of the gospel" — and why you shouldn't be either

Key Scriptures

Romans 1:1-17 (ESV) | 1 Corinthians 15:1-4 (NIV) | John 3:16-18 (ESV) | 2 Peter 3:14-16 (NIV)

Key Quote

Next Steps

1. Read Romans 1:1-17 this week and note what stands out to you.
2. Reflect: Is your faith driven by religious performance or by the gospel? What would it look like to shift that?
3. Consider joining a Gospel 101 group to go deeper with others.
4. Share this episode with someone who needs to hear the gospel today.

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What's preventing you from becoming everything God created you to be? This week's message challenges us to identify the ONE THING we need to let go of in order to press forward into the life Christ has for us.

The Apostle Paul, despite his impressive religious credentials and painful past experiences, made a powerful declaration: "One thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining toward what lies ahead." This isn't about erasing our memories—it's about refusing to let our past define our future.

In this compelling message, you'll discover:

• Why unforgiveness hurts you more than the person you won't forgive
• The crucial difference between experiencing failure and being a failure
• How Louis Zamperini's encounter with Christ transformed vengeance into radical forgiveness
• The two essential movements required for spiritual progress
• Why pressing forward looks more like surrender than conquest

Key Scriptures Referenced: Philippians 3:2, 3:7-11, 3:13-14 | Mark 10:21 | Luke 10:41 | John 9:25 | Psalm 27:4

Next Steps:

1. Identify the ONE THING from your past that's holding you back
2. Make the decision today to release it through forgiveness and surrender
3. Share your story of breakthrough with someone who needs hope
4. Join us next weekend as we begin a new series

Is God calling you to let go of something today? Unforgiveness? Past failures? Fear of the unknown? In one bold stroke, forgiveness obliterates the past and permits us to enter the land of new beginnings. What are you willing to release to claim the freedom Jesus died to give you?

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