Message Notes

THOSE WHO CAUSE DIVISION AND OFFENSES

Note those who cause division and offenses (Romans 16:17)

1. Causing division and offenses

a) Schism in the church

b) Offenses (Causing people to stumble)

2. These are to be “noted” (watched)

3. Contrary to the doctrine which you have learned (Romans 16:17)

DIFFERENT RESPONSES ARE TO BE CONSIDERED

1. Paul adopted different approaches when he dealt with problems

2. Consider the different approaches

a) Galatians

b) Corinthians

c) Thessalonians

d) Colossians

e) Romans

THE ROMAN APPROACH

1. Avoid them (Romans 16:17)

2. Important comments to be noted: (Romans 16:18)

a) Those do not serve the Lord Jesus Christ (Romans 16:17)

b) They serve their own belly

c) They use smooth words and flattering speech

d) They deceive the simple

THE OBEDIENCE OF THE ROMAN BELIEVERS

1. Their obedience to the Lord is known to all (Romans 16:19)

2. Encouragement: (Romans 16:19)

a) To be wise

b) And good

c) And simple concerning evil

THE LORD’S JUDGMENT

1. The Lord will crush Satan under their feet (Romans 16:20)

2. Prayer of grace to be given (Romans 16:20)