Romans 10:1-14

In this sermon, Pastor Tom Camp explores Romans 10:1-14, focusing on the contrast between pursuing salvation through the law versus through faith in Jesus Christ.

Key sections of the teaching:

The Mystery of Israel: Pastor Camp discusses the "mystery of Israel" regarding their current, partial hardening of heart, which he explains is part of God’s sovereign plan until the "fullness of the Gentiles" has come in. He emphasizes that while God is sovereign in election, human beings still bear the responsibility of their faith and choices.

The Zeal of Israel: The pastor addresses Paul's heartbreak for the Jewish people, noting that while they possess great "zeal for God," it is not "according to knowledge". He explains that they mistakenly sought to establish their own righteousness through the law rather than submitting to the righteousness of God through faith in Jesus.

Righteousness by Faith: Pastor Camp clarifies that the Old Testament law served as a "tutor" (paidagogos) meant to lead people to Christ, not as a means to achieve personal salvation. He underscores that keeping the law perfectly is impossible for humanity.

The Confession of Faith: The message concludes with the explanation of the simplicity of salvation: "that if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved" (Romans 10:9). He emphasizes that this offer is available to everyone, as there is no distinction between Jew and Greek for those who call upon the name of the Lord.