The Everlasting Gospel Rejected

by Dionne Sabbay Thompson August 27, 2008

For the earth shall be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the LORD, as the waters cover the sea (Habakkuk 2:14).

As we examine the book of Romans (chapter one), we notice that the Apostle Paul appears to be writing to a body of believers who were confronted with the evil doings of the Caesars during their time. Such a body of believer's difficulty remaining faithful, required encouragement and support; Christ's gift of righteousness (Philippians 3:9). Romans 1:1-17 sets forth the everlasting gospel which is to be "preached to every nation kindred tongue and people" without shame (Revelation 14:6). Spiritual Israel, God's chosen, overcomers, will be messengers of truth in this end time crisis. Romans 1:18-22 appears to address the issue of a falling away, rejection of this gospel message: a result of working contrary to the Fruits of the Holy Spirit (Galatians 5:22,23). The Ten Commandments are the character of Christ and once these guidelines are accepted and obeyed, true believers will bear Harvest Ripe fruits (Mark 4:28,29). "The glory of Christ is revealed in the law, which is a transcript of His character, and His transforming efficacy is felt upon the soul until men become changed to His likeness. They are made partakers of the divine nature, and grow more and more like their Saviour, advancing step by step in conformity to the will of God, till they reach perfection" (SDA Bible Commentary Volume 6 page 1096.4). A tree bears fruits according to it's nature (John 1:12,13). The Latter rain, the Holy Spirit, will bring God's harvest to the "measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ" (Zechariah 10:1, James 5:7, Ephesians 4:13).