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The Book of Romans, Part 48: The Difference Between A “Gift” and An “Offer”

by Elder Chris McCool, Pastor (preached on January 19, 2025)

When we paused the message last time, we were learning that, not only is there a difference between “wages” and a “gift,” but there is also a vast difference between a “gift” and an “offer.” Nowhere in Scripture do we read about salvation being “offered” to anyone here on earth! Rather, we find that salvation is a completed gift from God to man, and that it hinges not upon our acceptance but upon us being “made accepted” in the beloved. Join us today as we conclude this message.

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