Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0994A recorded on May 12, 1985 teaching from Romans 7:14-25 – O Wretched Man That I Am! Who Shall Deliver Me?
Pastor Cyril A. Stevens emphasizes the concept of a “spiritual partnership” between believers and God, particularly through the Holy Spirit. He teaches us that unlike fleeting human business partnerships, this divine alliance is ordained by God, with God as the “silent partner” providing immense spiritual power and resources, and believers as the “active partners” acting as His hands and feet in the world. Stevens highlights that God purposefully chooses humanity, despite its flaws, to manifest His love, grace, and glory, rather than relying solely on angels or direct, overwhelming power. This partnership, which is essential for believers’ peace and for advancing God’s kingdom, requires our bodies as temples for the Holy Spirit to operate, urging listeners to embrace this relationship and avoid allowing “strangers” like intellectualism or mere religion to hinder it.