The Remnant Remains

Scott Beyer
08/04/23 - Bulletin

“In the same way then, there has come to be at the present time a remnant according to God’s gracious choice.” (Romans 11:5)

The Bible is full of references to ‘a remnant’.  When Israel complained and worshipped the golden calf, there was a remnant that still held fast.  When Elijah felt all alone and without companion, there remained seven thousand other souls who held to the Lord just like him.  When idolatry diseased the hearts of the nation of Judah and God drove them into captivity, a remnant of faithful like Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego purposed in their hearts to continue faithfully in a foreign land.

The pattern throughout history is that the darker things get, the more we see God highlighting His remnant that cannot be destroyed.  The faithful are always out there quietly and loyally holding to God’s unchanging hand.  They remain even when God sweeps away the legions of religious hypocrites and hedonistic masses.  There will always be a remnant until the end comes, and the remnant is exalted as victors.

Remain true and be the remnant.  There are others. You are not alone.

Matthew 4:4 #Biblebites

Today’s Reading: Romans 11:1-10

Questions to ask:

1. How is Paul feeling as he writes today’s passage? What is his mood?
2. What are the central themes in Paul’s preaching and teaching which are being emphasized, or how are the central themes in this epistle being emphasized in today’s reading?
3. How does our reading show Paul’s people skills, especially how he handles conflict?
4. What in this passage would change the lives of the believer(s) being addressed? How does it make me a better disciple?
5. How does this show the “good news” of the gospel? How can I share that with someone else?

This year, #Biblebites are following the life and writings of Paul.  If you would like a copy of the reading schedule, you can view it here: https://eastlandchristians.org/news-events/2023-vision

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