Whose Praise are You Living For? (Romans 2:17-29)

In “Whose Praise Are You Living For?” Pastor Steve continues the Romans series by examining Romans 2:17–29. Paul addresses the danger of religious privilege and exposes the gap between what we appear to be and who we truly are before God.

Through vivid imagery of mirrors and photographs, this message challenges external markers of faith that may mask inward drift. The call of this passage is not toward better rule-keeping but toward inward renewal. God is not honored by external compliance alone. He delights in hearts transformed by the Spirit. This sermon invites us to seek the praise that comes from God, not the approval of people.