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Our scripture reading for tonight is from Romans chapter 16 versus 25 to 27. If you're using the Bible and a pew in front of you, it's on page 951.

So beginning reading with Romans 1625. Now to him who is able to strengthen you according to my

gospel in the preaching of Jesus Christ according to the revelation of the mystery that was kept secret for long

ages, but now has been disclosed, and through the prophetic writings has been made known

to all nations according to the command of the eternal God

to bring about the obedience of faith.

To the only wise God be glory forever more through Jesus Christ, amen.

Let's pray.

To the only wise God, glory forevermore. This is our hearts desire, that we would in our

eternal being that will never die, not be in hell, scoffing and hating and

and criticizing and furious,

but in heaven,

glorifying your wisdom forever.

It will take eternity to see it for what it is.

Layer upon layer, height upon height,

depth upon depth upon depth forever and ever and ever

for these finite minds to gradually perceive and enjoy.

So please, if there is any hell-bound unbelieving God-ignoring

God-ignoring sinner in this room, rescue them, I pray, by a glimpse of your wisdom.

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