1. Take God At His Word Romans 4:1-8 Grace Community Church 2/4/2007

2. “Football is a profession that is judged by performance and results,” says Tony Dungy, head coach of the Indianapolis Colts. “However, those things come and go so quickly that, as a coach, I have to base my career on something more.” “When people ask me, ‘How do you stay so calm on the sideline?’ I have to tell them it is Christian maturity and Christ working in me. It’s not natural. It didn’t happen overnight. It was a process. I know how powerful God’s spirit is. I know He can change people. And I know that He will do that if we allow Him to.” Tony Dungy – Head Coach Indianapolis Colts

3. "I've said all along that God is in control, I have to believe that he's in control here, too.” Tony Dungy www.BeyondTheUltimate.org

4. Romans 4:1 1What then shall we say that Abraham, our forefather, discovered in this matter? What is Abraham’s story? Hebrews 11:8-19

5. Romans 4:1-3 1What then shall we say that Abraham, our forefather, discovered in this matter? 2If, in fact, Abraham was justified by works, he had something to boast about—but not before God. 3What does the Scripture say? “Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness.”

6. Genesis 15:1-3 1After this, the word of the LORD came to Abram in a vision: “Do not be afraid, Abram. I am your shield, your very great reward.” 2But Abram said, “O Sovereign LORD, what can you give me since I remain childless and the one who will inherit my estate is Eliezer of Damascus?” 3And Abram said, “You have given me no children; so a servant in my household will be my heir.”.

7. Genesis 15:4-6 4Then the word of the LORD came to him: “This man will not be your heir, but a son coming from your own body will be your heir.” 5He took him outside and said, “Look up at the heavens and count the stars—if indeed you can count them.” Then he said to him, “So shall your offspring be.” 6Abram believed the LORD, and he credited it to him as righteousness.

8. Romans 4:4-5 4Now when a man works, his wages are not credited to him as a gift, but as an obligation. 5However, to the man who does not work but trusts God who justifies the wicked, his faith is credited as righteousness.

9. Romans 4:6-8 6David says the same thing when he speaks of the blessedness of the man to whom God credits righteousness apart from works: 7“Blessed are they whose transgressions are forgiven, whose sins are covered. 8Blessed is the man whose sin the Lord will never count against him.”

10. How is God asking you to trust him? Trust God for your salvation… Trust God for your salvation… Trust God for your future… Trust God for your future… “Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness.” Will You?