In Romans 1:8–15, Paul opens his heart and reveals the soul of a true pastor—one who begins with gratitude, is burdened in prayer for God’s people, and burns to strengthen and be strengthened by the church. This message explores Paul’s deep love for believers, his passion to reach all people with the gospel, and how his pastoral heart ultimately reflects the heart of Jesus for us today.

In this message from Romans 1:1-7, we explore how Paul introduces the gospel as God’s eternal promise fulfilled in Jesus Christ. The good news didn’t begin in the New Testament—it was promised long ago and revealed in Christ’s life, death, and resurrection. This gospel transforms who we are, calls us to obedience through faith, and commissions us to share God’s grace with all nations.

The book of Romans has sparked revival for centuries—awakening Augustine’s heart, igniting Luther’s Reformation, and setting Wesley’s faith on fire. In this opening message of Romans: Not Ashamed of the Gospel, we discover why this letter still transforms lives today. Romans confronts our sin, reveals God’s grace, and awakens our mission to impact the nations, our neighbors, and the next generation through the unashamed power of the Gospel.

In Matthew 18, Jesus tells of a servant forgiven a massive debt who refuses to forgive a small one. It’s a reminder that unforgiveness traps us in bitterness, while grace frees us. We forgive not because others deserve it, but because we have been forgiven far more by Christ. Forgiven people forgive people — releasing the offense, healing the heart, and reflecting the One who canceled every debt at the cross.

In this message from Genesis 27:30–41 and Hebrews 12:14–17, we unpack the story of Esau and Jacob to show how the root of bitterness can spring up in our life and keep us from experiencing God's grace. Bitterness turns mirrors into windows and keeps us distracted by outward "robbers" rather than inwardly dealing with the poison that is spreading in our lives. We must remember God’s grace, and refuse to let bitterness rob us of the joy and freedom found in Christ.