Sunday teaching · Service on October 25, 2026
Made Righteous in Christ: The Foundation of Confidence Before God
The October 25 message in River Church Frankfurt’s In Christ series centres on a question that shapes prayer and everyday faith: on what basis can a believer stand before God? Pastor Nick Bowlin’s dated teaching notes lead to 2 Corinthians 5:17–21 and the righteousness God gives through Jesus Christ.
Reconciliation begins with God
Paul describes both a new creation and reconciliation with God. The passage ends with Christ taking our sin so that we might become the righteousness of God in Him. The emphasis is on what Jesus has accomplished. Acceptance before God rests on His work, rather than a record of personal achievement.
Romans 5:1–2 connects justification by faith with peace and access to grace. Ephesians 1:3–7 places acceptance, redemption and forgiveness in Christ. Together, these passages give the teaching its foundation: Christian confidence grows from knowing the One who has brought us near.
Freedom from condemnation, with a changed life
Romans 8:1 addresses condemnation for those in Christ. That assurance belongs alongside repentance and the forgiveness described in 1 John 1:9. The notes also connect a renewed mind with a renewed way of living through Romans 12:1–2 and Ephesians 4.
Righteousness received by faith does not make conduct unimportant. It provides a foundation for learning to live in agreement with God’s Word. Ephesians 2:8–10 holds grace and good works together: salvation is God’s gift, and the believer is created in Christ for good works.
Coming to God in prayer
Hebrews 4:14–16 directs believers to Jesus, their great High Priest, and invites them to approach the throne of grace. This is confidence grounded in Christ’s mercy and help. The October 25 teaching invites readers to return to these passages and understand their standing before God through Him.
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