“One Act of Righteousness” Romans 5:12-21

I. One trespass resulted in condemnation for all men Through Adam, sin entered the world Through Adam, sin entered the world –Effected every subsequent human being –No possibility of sinlessness Death is the ultimate result Death is the ultimate result –No commands to break until the Law –Death is the penalty for sin Physical death Physical death Spiritual death (separation from God) Spiritual death (separation from God)

II. One act of righteousness resulted in life for all men God’s grace overflowed to the many God’s grace overflowed to the many –God’s grace overpowers Adam’s sin –As awareness of sin increases, grace increases all the more Grace reigns through righteousness Grace reigns through righteousness –Through disobedience many were made sinners –Through obedience many were made righteous

Conclusion How does this relate to you right now? How does this relate to you right now? –Christ-follower or not –Principle of inherent sin –Spiritual reality of eternal life through grace

Grace That is Greater Than All Our Sin Marvelous, infinite, matchless grace, Freely bestowed on all who believe! You that are longing to see His face, Will you this moment His grace receive? Grace, grace, God’s grace, Grace that will pardon and cleanse within! Grace, grace, God’s grace, Grace that is greater than all our sin.