Join us as we delve into Romans 8, exploring the transformative work of the Holy Spirit in the life of the believer. We discuss the assurance of salvation, the doctrine of adoption, and the Spirit's role in sanctification. Key theological concepts such as justification, glorification, and the Ordo Salutis are examined, providing a comprehensive understanding of the Christian life.
Chapters:
00:00 - Romans 7 Recap
01:19 - The Realistic Struggle of the Christian Life
01:28 - Transition to an Optimistic View in Romans 8
01:50 - The Holy Spirit's Prominence in Romans 8
02:07 - The Spirit's Work in Believers
02:30 - Reminder of No Condemnation
03:37 - Antinomianism and the Spirit
04:21 - Final Judgment and Sins
05:49 - Forensic Declaration of Righteousness
06:55 - Sanctification and Salvation
07:29 - Mini Ordo Salutis & The Golden Chain
08:30 - Guaranteed Glorification
10:28 - Doctrine of Assurance
10:40 - Uncertainty About Afterlife
12:21 - Belonging to Christ Through the Spirit
13:01 - Overlooked Doctrine of Adoption
Rev. Dr. Daniel Borvan is pastor of preaching ministry at Christ Reformed Church. His responsibilities are to “preach the Word; be ready in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, and exhort, with complete patience and teaching” (2 Timothy 4:2).Daniel earned his Master of Divinity degree from Westminster Seminary California in 2011. As a student at Westminster Seminary he learned that all study of Scripture, theology, and church history is put into practice in the worship and work of the church. The goal is to glorify Christ by serving His church. At Westminster Seminary he also earned a Master of Arts degree in Historical Theology. His thesis paper was on Faustus Socinus.Daniel is chairman of the Heidelberg Reformation Association. Some of his published articles are on the Heidelblog website. Daniel was installed as pastor of preaching ministry at Christ Reformed Church, September 29, 2023. Daniel is married to Marcy and they have two daughters and a son.
The New Reformation Catechism on Human Sexuality, authored by Rev. Christopher Gordon, is a new biblically based catechism giving clarity on critical issues concerning human sexuality.