Components of Biblical Faith- Part 1

Oct 27, 2024 
GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCH

Neil McClendon, Lead Pastor

Components of Biblical Faith- Part 1
Acts 24:22-27

1. Righteousness

As it relates to man it refers to the doctrine concerning the way in which man may attain a state approved by God. 

When it comes to righteousness man is …

A. By nature unrighteous 

B. By effort self-righteous


Self-righteous quiz...

Do you ever think of yourself as better than others because of what you do or don’t do? 
Do you ever relate to God as if nothing bad should happen to you because you are a good person or because you’ve been good?
Do you withhold forgiveness from anyone because “they don’t deserve it.” 
Do you ever treat people with contempt? 
Do you insist on maintaining a low sense of self-worth? 
You think you're right with God because of anything you’ve ever done in your life good or helpful.  
You like people knowing when you do good things. 


C. By faith made righteous

   

Mental worship…

Are people more comforted or convicted by the way you share the Gospel?
In what ways does your self-righteousness express itself?
Do you find it difficult to transition general conversations into gospel conversations?
What is the source of your righteousness?
Do you know what it means to contextualize the gospel?