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1Brethren, my heart's desire and prayer to God for Israel is, that they might be saved.
2For I bear them record that they have a zeal of God, but not according to knowledge.
3For they being ignorant of God's righteousness, and going about to establish their own righteousness, have not submitted themselves unto the righteousness of God.
4For Christ is the end of the law for righteousness to every one that believeth.
5For Moses describeth the righteousness which is of the law, That the man which doeth those things shall live by them.
6But the righteousness which is of faith speaketh on this wise, Say not in thine heart, Who shall ascend into heaven?(that is, to bring Christ down from above:)
7Or, Who shall descend into the deep?(that is, to bring up Christ again from the dead.)
8But what saith it? The word is nigh thee, even in thy mouth, and in thy heart: that is, the word of faith, which we preach;
9That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.
10For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
This message explores the central role of the heart in the Bible and its connection to eternal life. It emphasizes that the heart, in biblical terms, is the seat of emotions, thoughts, desires, and decisions, and is where sin or righteousness originates. The heart is key to moral choices and devotion to God, with Jesus teaching that purity of heart is essential for seeing God (Matthew 5:8).
The message addresses the need for inner transformation, contrasting true faith from mere outward religious actions. Using examples like Judas and Peter, it illustrates the difference between heart-level belief and superficial behavior. The heart must be changed and sincere to be right with God, as true faith leads to righteousness and reconciliation with God.
The message also confronts the dangers of legalism and false righteousness, emphasizing that salvation comes not from works or external rituals but through faith in Jesus Christ’s finished work. It stresses that the path to righteousness is through believing in the heart, acknowledging the need for salvation, and confessing Jesus as Lord.
Ultimately, the message calls for a genuine response to God’s offer of salvation, highlighting that both Jews and Gentiles can be saved through faith in Jesus Christ. Salvation is a present possession for those who call on His name, offering both forgiveness and eternal life.
In conclusion, the message challenges the listener to examine their heart, trust in Jesus for salvation, and act on their faith for eternal life.
A Bible preaching Baptist church in the Waterloo Region. Preaching the cross of Christ for over 40 years.
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