Bible Text: Romans 4:13-17a | Preacher: James Allan | Series: Romans | Abraham’s righteousness came by faith, not law. If it had to be earned, it is no longer a promise. If a condition is added to a promise, then the promise is destroyed. The promise rests on grace; what we don’t deserve. If it were by the law it would not be grace. The gospel always empties us of our own abilities and exalts God.