A Faith That Needs To Fight Back!

15/08/2025 47 min

Listen "A Faith That Needs To Fight Back!"

Episode Synopsis

Following Jesus into danger. Dan Shaw discusses the conclusion of the book of Romans, highlighting Paul's mission to visit Rome and use it as a pit stop on his way to Spain to preach the gospel. Shaw reflects on the significance of Paul's journey, including his ultimate martyrdom under Emperor Nero. He emphasizes the unpredictability and dangers of following Jesus, while stressing the importance of maintaining hope, joy, and peace through faith. By drawing parallels with cultural references like the movie 'Paul the Apostle' and 'Star Wars', Shaw underscores the need for steadfastness in faith and continuous sharing of the gospel, with the assurance that our ultimate destination is life with Jesus. @elctacoma9816 #fightclub #faith #preaching 00:00 Introduction to the End of Romans00:23 Paul's Mission and Plans01:08 Historical Context: Emperor Nero02:14 Paul's Unexpected Journey03:00 The Cost of Following Jesus03:48 Paul's Ultimate Hope and Encouragement03:57 Movie Reference: Paul the Apostle06:23 The Importance of a Gospel-Centered Vision09:37 Encouragement to Stay in the Fight10:17 Understanding Biblical Hope13:22 Joy and Peace in Christ17:05 The Overflowing Nature of the Gospel18:44 The Importance of Sharing the Gospel23:04 Paul's Confidence in the Roman Church24:34 Paul's Mission to the Gentiles25:36 The Repetitive Nature of the Gospel26:07 Screwtape Letters and Spiritual Growth28:28 Faith During Trough Periods32:43 Sanctification Explained33:31 Boasting in Christ36:53 Paul's Ambition and Journey39:22 Facing Danger with Faith40:52 Final Reflections and Encouragement