Timothy Keller Sermons Podcast by Gospel in Life

A New Humanity

Sep 13, 2024

33:06

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The discussion emphasizes transformation and reconciliation through faith in Christ. It highlights how the church embodies God's power by overcoming historical divisions, particularly between Jews and Gentiles. Listeners explore the creation of a 'new humanity' that transcends cultural divides. The transformative impact of the gospel on identity and community is examined, challenging societal prejudices. Lastly, the importance of inclusivity and Jesus’ sacrificial love is stressed, showcasing how true unity stems from our relationship with God.

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The podcast discusses how the gospel addresses societal divisions, unifying diverse individuals into a new humanity through shared faith.

Paul identifies the universal problem of human enmity and emphasizes that true identity should stem from one's faith in Christ, not cultural differences.

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The Problem of Hostility

The podcast emphasizes the significant issue of hostility between different groups, particularly between Jews and Gentiles, as outlined in the Book of Ephesians. This division stems from a historical context where the law intended to guide the Jewish people ironically created barriers and feelings of superiority over others, leading to hate and exclusion. Paul identifies this enmity as a universal human problem, illustrating how societal divisions arise when individuals elevate their own identities based on talents and gifts while disparaging others. This dynamic not only exists between races and cultures but also manifests itself in various groups and classes, where each attempts to define themselves by looking down upon those who are perceived as different or inferior.

Identity Through Exclusion Breeds Hostility

01:08

Racism is a Heart Issue, Not a Mind Issue

01:20

Intro

3min

Unity in Diversity: The Church's Transformative Role

12min

Building a New Identity Through Faith

5min

Transforming Identity Through the Gospel

9min

The Power of Sacrifice and Inclusivity in the Gospel

5min

Paul prays that we’d see the evidence of God’s mighty power at work in the world.

And in Ephesians 2, we see one of the main ways we can be sure God’s power is at work. It’s the real heart of what Ephesians says about the church. And that is that inside the church, people who could never get along outside the church, are now living together in peace.

Paul says God has addressed one of the main problems the human race has ever had: 1) what is the problem? 2) what is God’s solution for it? and 3) how did he bring it about?

This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on November 6, 2011. Series: A Study of Ephesians: Who is the Church? Scripture: Ephesians 2:11–18.

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