Romans 4:20
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Context
Abraham Receives the Promise
19Without weakening in his faith, he acknowledged the decrepitness of his body (since he was about a hundred years old) and the lifelessness of Sarah’s womb.20Yet he did not waver through disbelief in the promise of God, but was strengthened in his faith and gave glory to God,21being fully persuaded that God was able to do what He had promised.
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Commentary
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
He staggered--hesitated not . . . but was strong in faith, giving glory to God--as able to make good His own word in spite of all obstacles.
John Gill Bible Commentary
And being fully persuaded,.... He had not only faith, a strong faith, but full assurance of faith: that what he God had promised; though it was so long ago, and there were so many difficulties in the way; he was able, being the Lord God Almighty, to perform; so his faith rested upon the power of God, with whom nothing is impossible.
Romans 4:20
Abraham Receives the Promise
19Without weakening in his faith, he acknowledged the decrepitness of his body (since he was about a hundred years old) and the lifelessness of Sarah’s womb.20Yet he did not waver through disbelief in the promise of God, but was strengthened in his faith and gave glory to God,21being fully persuaded that God was able to do what He had promised.
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A Type and Its Teaching
By C.H. Spurgeon4.3K40:29OfferingGEN 22:8ROM 4:20The sermon transcript discusses the scene of Jesus' resurrection on the third day. It describes how Jesus breaks free from the bonds of death and rises from his sleep refreshed. The transcript also mentions the astonishment and sorrow experienced by those who witnessed Jesus' death. It references the story of Abraham and Isaac to highlight the depth of sacrifice made by God in offering his own son.
Dependence on God
By K.P. Yohannan2.9K46:19Dependence On GodDependenceSurrendering to ChristJHN 12:24ROM 4:20GAL 2:20K.P. Yohannan emphasizes the necessity of dependence on God, sharing personal experiences that illustrate the importance of surrendering our lives to Him. He reflects on the challenges of ministry and the need for genuine intimacy with God, encouraging believers to develop a habit of constant communication with the Lord. Yohannan highlights that true life comes from being crucified with Christ, allowing His life to flow through us rather than relying on our own strength. He urges the congregation to recognize that their lives are not their own and to embrace a lifestyle of prayer and obedience to God's will. Ultimately, he reassures that the journey of faith is a gradual process of transformation through reliance on God.
Charlotte Seminar 5-27-00 Pm
By George Warnock2.4K1:19:58SeminarEXO 13:21EXO 16:4EXO 17:6PSA 95:1ROM 4:202CO 3:6HEB 3:10In this sermon, the preacher reflects on the Israelites' journey in the wilderness for 40 years. Despite witnessing numerous miracles and provisions from God, the generation of Israelites during that time did not truly know God or understand His ways. The preacher emphasizes the importance of genuine worship and praise, rather than using it as a form of entertainment. He also highlights the faithfulness of God in providing for His people, such as giving them manna from heaven and water from a rock. The sermon concludes with a reminder of God's power and victory in the story of Gideon and how God fought for His people.
Faith That Overcomes
By Zac Poonen2.1K37:28ROM 4:20ROM 8:28ROM 10:9GAL 3:14HEB 8:12HEB 13:61JN 5:4REV 12:11This sermon emphasizes the importance of faith, overcoming through faith, confessing God's promises, and living a life surrendered to God. It highlights the victory in overcoming by faith, the power of confessing God's Word, and the assurance of God's love, forgiveness, and provision. It encourages believers to trust in God's control over their lives, to be bold in facing spiritual battles, and to live as a blessing to others.
The Weapon of Prayer
By Otto Koning1.7K1:04:20PrayerROM 4:20In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal story about a man named Awu, who was a natural leader in their village. The sermon emphasizes the power of prayer and recounts a moment when Awu prayed for the speaker not to get wet in a heavy rainstorm, displaying unwavering faith. The speaker encourages listeners to trust in God's provision for their problems, referencing verses from Romans and Philippians. The sermon also touches on the idea that while prayer is powerful, individuals still have their own free will and choices.
The Great Cost of Unbelief - Part 8
By W.F. Kumuyi1.6K09:34PSA 51:10JER 32:17LUK 1:37ROM 4:20HEB 7:25This sermon emphasizes the unwavering faith and conviction of a true child of God in the face of seemingly impossible promises, drawing inspiration from Jeremiah, Luke, Romans, Hebrews, and Psalms. It encourages believers to trust in God's power to fulfill His promises, to serve Him without fear, and to approach His throne boldly for mercy and grace. The message underscores the transformative power of God to cleanse, renew, and empower His people to live in holiness before Him.
Worship That Comes by the Word, The: Satisfaction in the Greatness of God
By John Piper1.5K34:01MAT 6:33ROM 4:20ROM 10:14ROM 10:171CO 1:211CO 2:4In this sermon, the pastor emphasizes the importance of preaching as a means to spread the glories of God and satisfy the spiritual hunger of believers. He highlights the problem of people filling themselves with worldly distractions like television, which diminishes their hunger for God's word. The pastor's main goal is to inspire a radical devotion to God, leading to a magnification of His glory and a transformation of hearts. He concludes that the ultimate aim of preaching, regardless of the text or topic, is to cultivate soul-satisfying, God-exalting worship.
The Table of the Lord
By Hans R. Waldvogel1.4K24:40CommunionROM 4:20In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the need for repentance and turning away from sin. He highlights the power of Jesus Christ to deliver and save those who confess their sins. The preacher also warns about the consequences of disobedience and the influence of the devil in the world. The sermon emphasizes the importance of communion and the cleansing power of the blood of Jesus Christ for salvation.
The Window of Faith
By David Wilkerson1.2K47:11ROM 4:20HEB 11:1This sermon emphasizes the concept of the 'window of faith,' highlighting the importance of trusting God even in the midst of impossible situations. It draws parallels from biblical stories like Abraham, Joseph, and King Asa to illustrate how God works through faith and challenges believers to fully rely on Him, especially in times of crisis and uncertainty.
Faith Results in Thankfulness
By Zac Poonen1.1K1:00:52JON 2:9MAT 6:33ROM 4:20EPH 5:20HEB 8:10This sermon emphasizes the importance of faith in the New Covenant, highlighting the need to understand and believe in the promises of God. It contrasts the downward spiral of unthankfulness and lack of faith with the upward trajectory of giving thanks and praising God, leading to experiencing the glory of God. The message encourages a lifestyle of gratitude, faith, and praise, trusting in God's control over all things and His faithfulness to fulfill His promises.
Drawing Near-2nd Session
By Gisela Yohannan9271:13:44Experiencing GodFaithfulnessHolding Fast to God's PromisesJER 31:3MAL 3:6LUK 9:23ROM 4:20COL 3:2HEB 10:22HEB 11:6HEB 13:8REV 2:10Gisela Yohannan emphasizes the importance of drawing near to God and holding fast to our faith amidst a rapidly changing world. She highlights that while everything around us is transient, God's promises and His nature remain constant and unchanging. By using biblical examples, she encourages believers to cling to their hope in Christ, demonstrating unwavering faith and patience, just as figures like Abraham and Jesus did. Yohannan reminds us that our commitment to God should be lifelong, urging us to practice holding fast to His promises through life's challenges. Ultimately, she calls for a transformation of our minds through God's Word to strengthen our resolve in faith.
Faith (Abraham Was "Fully Persuaded")
By Hans R. Waldvogel73622:57FaithGEN 15:6JOS 1:8JHN 6:68ROM 4:20HEB 11:6In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the simplicity of the word of God and the importance of sticking to it. He highlights the story of Abraham and how he had faith in God's promises, despite the challenges and doubts he faced. The preacher emphasizes the need to focus on what God says rather than relying on human wisdom or personal feelings. He also emphasizes the power of faith and how it is the only way to be saved and receive God's blessings.
The Final Word Before the Lord Returns
By Carter Conlon64852:39MAL 3:6MAL 4:2MAL 4:5ROM 4:16ROM 4:20This sermon from the book of Malachi emphasizes the importance of turning our hearts back to God, focusing on the need for genuine sacrifice, discernment, and a deep reverence for the Lord. It highlights the call to present our lives as living sacrifices, to seek God's will above all else, and to trust in His power to transform us. The message urges believers to have a heavenly perspective, to live in faith and obedience, and to be vessels of God's love and truth in a world in need of His light.
How to Believe
By Basilea Schlink62104:35Radio ShowROM 4:20In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of believing in God and having faith in His promises. They encourage listeners to proclaim their faith and speak words filled with faith, trusting that God will help them overcome any impossibilities. The speaker also highlights the role of faith in experiencing God's power and victory in our lives. They explain that faith is like a window that allows us to escape from darkness and find freedom in God. The sermon concludes by reminding listeners that even in the face of doubts and lack of faith, God's grace allows Him to work in our lives and build our faith.
Ihopkc's Calling to Go Deep in God
By Mike Bickle2445:02Going Deep in GodSustaining Spiritual IntimacyJHN 17:3ROM 4:20JAS 5:16Mike Bickle emphasizes IHOP's calling to deepen our relationship with God, urging the congregation to sustain a vision of intimacy with the Lord amidst life's distractions. He reflects on the importance of maintaining a heart connection with God over the years, rather than allowing ministry assignments to overshadow personal spiritual growth. Bickle shares prophetic insights received over the years, highlighting the need for a vibrant spirituality that transcends mere activity and focuses on loving God wholeheartedly. He encourages believers to prioritize their relationship with God as their primary assignment, ensuring that their ministry flows from a place of deep connection with Him.
All Glory to God
By Miles J. Stanford0JHN 16:14JHN 17:4ROM 4:201CO 10:31COL 3:171PE 4:11Miles J. Stanford emphasizes the importance of living a life that glorifies God in all aspects, whether in our daily activities or ministry. He highlights the interconnectedness of the ministries of the Holy Spirit, the Son, and the Father in bringing glory to God. Stanford stresses the significance of abiding in the Son and being led by the Holy Spirit to truly reflect God's glory in our lives and service.
Dependence on Christ-God's Prescriptions
By John Newton0PSA 91:4ROM 4:20ROM 5:82TI 1:12HEB 10:23JAS 4:7John Newton preaches about the importance of relying on the Lord's mercy and faithfulness, even in times of weakness and insufficiency. He emphasizes the lesson Paul learnt of rejoicing in his own poverty and emptiness so that the power of Christ may rest upon him. Newton encourages putting trust in Jesus, who has the power, authority, and compassion to save completely, and highlights the need to have unwavering faith despite obstacles. He also addresses the concept of yielding to God's sovereignty, finding peace in His care, and seeking patience and submission to His will for true peace and healing.
The Discipline of Faith
By Charles E. Cowman0PSA 105:19MRK 9:23ROM 4:20HEB 11:6JAS 1:3Charles E. Cowman emphasizes the importance of unwavering faith in God's promises, highlighting that the journey of faith involves trials, discipline, patience, and courage. Through the delay in answers to prayers, God is developing our character and faith, just as He did with great Bible characters like Abraham, Moses, Elijah, and Joseph. The testing of our faith is a crucial process in our spiritual growth and preparation for the purposes God has for us.
Heart-Ravishing and Soul-Attracting
By Anne Dutton0PSA 34:8ROM 4:202CO 3:18JAS 4:71PE 5:8Anne Dutton preaches about the believer's intimate relationship with Jesus, encouraging to seek His glory and everlasting love. She emphasizes the joy of being in Christ's presence, the sweetness of His grace, and the desire to behold His glory. Anne Dutton also highlights the importance of enduring trials for Christ, trusting in His power, and resisting the enemy's attacks with faith. She urges believers to hold fast to God's promises, to set faith above reason, and to recognize the battle between the covenant of grace and the covenant of works within their hearts.
The Life of Praise
By Stanley H. Frodsham0PSA 34:1PSA 68:19PSA 103:1ROM 4:20EPH 5:18COL 3:151TH 5:18HEB 13:15Stanley H. Frodsham preaches about the importance of faith and praise in the Christian life. He emphasizes that a heart filled with faith will produce songs of praise, while a heart filled with unbelief will lead to murmuring and complaining. Frodsham uses the example of the children of Israel in the wilderness to illustrate the consequences of unbelief and complaining. He highlights the need to repent, look to Jesus as the remedy for sin, and continually praise and thank God for His benefits.
He Staggered Not at the Promise of God
By Phoebe Palmer0PSA 119:105ISA 41:10MAT 21:22ROM 4:20ROM 8:31PHP 1:61TH 5:242TI 1:7HEB 11:61PE 1:5Phoebe Palmer preaches about the unwavering faith in God's promises, emphasizing the importance of fully trusting in His power and being persuaded of His ability to fulfill what He has promised. She shares a personal journey of relinquishing control and surrendering completely to God, despite facing doubts and opposition from the enemy. Through a deep spiritual experience, she discovers the beauty and significance of holiness, sanctification, and perfect love, realizing the transformative power of God's faithfulness in her life.
Results Through Desperate Faith
By E.A. Adeboye0MAT 9:29MRK 10:46LUK 18:35ROM 4:20HEB 11:1E.A. Adeboye preaches on the power of desperate faith, emphasizing the importance of activating our faith to receive God's miraculous touch. He highlights the story of Bartimaeus, the blind beggar, who demonstrated desperate faith by crying out to Jesus for healing. Adeboye challenges believers to step out of their comfort zones and trigger their own miracles through persistent and unwavering faith, as Jesus always sought out faith in people to perform miracles.
What the Bible Teaches About Tithing
By Keith Malcomson0GEN 14:18JHN 8:39ROM 4:20GAL 3:7HEB 7:4Keith Malcomson addresses the controversy and contention surrounding the subject of tithing, emphasizing the importance of returning to God's truth on this matter with a pure heart. He highlights the two extremes in the Church - the hyper prosperity movement and the rejection of tithing, urging believers to seek a balanced, scriptural approach. Malcomson stresses the need to place God at the center of our hearts in relation to money, consecrating our finances unto the Lord and avoiding carnal disputes. Through the examples of Abraham and Jacob, he illustrates the principles of tithing under grace, faith, and obedience, encouraging believers to honor God with their substance.
Letter 185.
By James Bourne0ROM 4:5ROM 4:20GAL 3:6HEB 11:6HEB 11:19James Bourne preaches on the unwavering faith of Abraham in Romans 4, emphasizing how Abraham believed in God's promise despite the deadness of his own body, symbolizing the dead works of those who come to Christ with their sins. Bourne highlights the danger of deviating from God's truth and the entrance of error through a legalistic spirit, stressing the need for correction to turn away from obstinacy. He shares his personal spiritual journey of being greatly exercised but not in vain, pointing to the revival of barren, fruitless, and dead sinners through Christ's sacrifice.
Do We Not Know That Throughout Scripture
By Andrew Murray0Power Of PrayerFaith in GodMAT 17:20MRK 5:36LUK 1:37JHN 15:7ROM 4:20Andrew Murray emphasizes the necessity of recognizing our powerlessness in faith, using the story of Jairus to illustrate how deep distress can prepare our hearts to believe in Christ's promises. He encourages believers to approach Jesus with humility and prayer, especially in times of hopelessness, reminding us that faith is essential for experiencing God's power in seemingly impossible situations. Murray stresses that while human efforts may fail, with God, all things are possible, and it is our belief that activates this divine potential. He calls for a revival of faith within the Church, urging Christians to seek God's presence and strength through prayer. Ultimately, he reassures that God is willing to respond to our prayers and fill us with the Holy Spirit to revive the Church.
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
He staggered--hesitated not . . . but was strong in faith, giving glory to God--as able to make good His own word in spite of all obstacles.
John Gill Bible Commentary
And being fully persuaded,.... He had not only faith, a strong faith, but full assurance of faith: that what he God had promised; though it was so long ago, and there were so many difficulties in the way; he was able, being the Lord God Almighty, to perform; so his faith rested upon the power of God, with whom nothing is impossible.