RECONCILED

Introduction:

A. Being A Christian Is Difficult!

1. Must live life with a different perspective.

2. Must face opposition from Satan and the world.

B. The Key To Success - Our Approach To Christianity

Body: Romans 5: 1 - 11

I. Our Justification

A. At Peace.

1. With God.

2. Because of Jesus.

B. Access Through Faith.

1. Into grace.

2. We rejoice in hope.

C. Christian Knowledge.

1. Difficulties are good.

2. Difficulties bring growth.

II. God's Love.

A. Christ died for the ungodly.

1. While we were weak and powerless.

2. While we were still sinners.

B. We are saved from wrath.

1. Justified by Christ's blood.

2. Reconciled enemies.

C. We rejoice.

1. In God.

2. Because of Jesus.

3. Because of our reconciliation.

Conclusion:

A. Tragedies, Crises, Tribulations, Difficulties.

1. Are not bad.

2. Are opportunities for growth.

3. Are reason to rejoice in our salvation.

B. Are You Living Like A Christian?