Introduction

• The speaker opens with a prayer, thanking God for the Plan of Salvation and the gift of Jesus Christ, emphasizing the need for understanding and guidance from God.
• The series focuses on the theological concepts of materialism versus dualism, righteousness by faith, and the nature of creation.

Key Concepts

Righteousness by Faith

• A review of Romans 6:9-14 is presented, discussing how baptism signifies acceptance of the gospel and the death of sin’s dominion over believers.
• The term “dominion” is explained as sin no longer having lordship over individuals due to grace.

The Role of Grace

• Grace is described as the divine influence upon the heart, affecting one’s life and actions.
• The concept of spiritual death is introduced, emphasizing God’s desire to awaken people from sin (Ephesians 5:14), which leads to a new life in Christ.

Knowledge and Righteousness

• True knowledge involves experiencing and applying God’s righteousness in one’s life (1 Corinthians 15:34).
• The speaker stresses that education about God must translate into practical righteousness.

Ephesians and God’s Will

• Ephesians 5 is discussed, encouraging believers to live wisely and understand God’s will for their lives.
• The sermon references 1 Thessalonians 4:3-4 regarding God’s will for sanctification.

The Concept of Adoption

• The speaker contrasts being a child of Abraham by lineage versus being a child of God through faith in Christ (Galatians 3:29).
• Emphasizes that spiritual adoption into God’s family is through faith, not merely heritage.

The 144,000 and Last Day Saints

• Revelation 14 is referenced, explaining that the 144,000 represent a group of faithful followers who keep God’s commandments and have faith in Jesus.
• The speaker highlights the importance of being sealed for protection during times of trouble.

The Day of Atonement

• Leviticus 16 discusses the annual Day of Atonement, where sins are symbolically transferred to a scapegoat, representing their removal from the community.
• The significance of this event in understanding the broader Plan of Salvation is explored.

Transformation and Fitting for Heaven

• The necessity for believers to be transformed and fitted for heaven is emphasized.
• It’s stated that this transformation requires cooperation with God’s grace and a commitment to living righteously.

Conclusion

• The sermon concludes by reiterating that believers must actively choose to accept God’s grace and strive to reflect Christ’s character in their lives.
• The importance of maintaining faith and hope in God’s promises, particularly in light of challenges faced in the last days, is reaffirmed.