No Partiality With God Romans 2:1-16

God’s Impartiality Acts 10:34-35 Then Peter opened his mouth and said: “In truth I perceive that God shows no partiality. 35 But in every nation whoever fears Him and works righteousness is accepted by Him. Job 34:19 Yet He is not partial to princes, Nor does He regard the rich more than the poor; For they are all the work of His hands.

God’s Impartiality 2 Chronicles 19:7 Now therefore, let the fear of the L ORD be upon you; take care and do it, for there is no iniquity with the L ORD our God, no partiality, nor taking of bribes.” Galatians 2:6 But from those who seemed to be something—whatever they were, it makes no difference to me; God shows personal favoritism to no man—for those who seemed to be something added nothing to me.

God’s Impartiality 1 Peter 1:17 And if you call on the Father, who without partiality judges according to each one’s work, conduct yourselves throughout the time of your stay here in fear; Colossians 3:24-25 knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance; for you serve the Lord Christ. 25 But he who does wrong will be repaid for what he has done, and there is no partiality.

Human judges may show partiality because of: Relationship Friendship Bribery Position or power or political affiliation Prejudice

God’s impartiality doesn’t mean he can’t choose people or nations to serve His purposes. Noah – Genesis 6 Abraham – Genesis 12 Isaac – Genesis 17:19 Jacob – Romans 9:10-13 Israel – Romans 9:1-9 Paul – Acts 9:15

God’s impartiality: What it doesn’t mean All will be saved. –God’s love is extended to all but all won’t receive it. –John 3:16, Titus 2:11f, Matthew 7:13f, 2 Peter 3:9 God hears and answers all prayers. –God doesn’t hear sinners, but He always hears His children. –John 9:31, Acts 10:1-4, 1 John 5:14-15

God’s impartiality: What it doesn’t mean Material blessings are distributed equally. –Philippians 4:12-13, 2 Corinthians 12:7-10, Luke 16:19-31 Everyone hears the gospel under the same circumstances. –Matthew 7:7, Acts 17:26-27, Mark 16:15-16 (Africa, China, etc.)

God’s impartiality: What it doesn’t mean There are no distinct roles or functions. –Ephesians 5:22-24, 1 Corinthians 14:34, 1 Timothy 2:11-15 That we all have the same abilities, opportunities, or responsibilities in service. –1 Corinthians 12:14-30, Romans 12:3-8

God’s Impartiality: What it means Every accountable individual who has sinned is guilty before God. –Isaiah 59:1-2, Romans 3:9-10 All accountable individuals have sinned. –Romans 3:23, 1 John 1:10

God’s Impartiality: What it means God will not arbitrarily save some and condemn others. –Ezekiel 18:19-32, Matthew 11:28-30 God redemptively loves all men. –John 3:16, 6:33; Hebrews 2:9, 1 John 2:2, 1 Timothy 2:4

God’s Impartiality: What it means He provided one way of salvation. –John 8:24, 14:6, Acts 4:12 He provided one plan of salvation. –John 3:16, Luke 13:3, Romans 10:10, Mark 16:16, Revelation 2:10 He established one church. –Ephesians 4:4-6, 5:23, 1:22f

God’s Impartiality: What it means All will be judged. –Hebrews 9:27, Romans 14:10-12, 2 Corinthians 5:10-11 According to the same standard. –Matthew 28:18-20, Hebrews 1:1f, 2 John 9f, John 12:48, Rom. 2:16